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The subdivision activity in Wicomico County is administered by both the Public Works Department, and the Salisbury-Wicomico County Dept. of Planning, Zoning and Community Development, in accordance with the Subdivision Regulations from Chapter 200 of the Wicomico County Code.  Subdivisions involving the first two lots from any tract of land, existing prior to the adoption of the zoning regulations, are approved administratively by the Public Works Department.  All other subdivisions must follow the complete subdivision approval process which involves submission of a sketch plat, preliminary plat, construction plans, and final plat.  The sketch plat is submitted for conceptual review prior to presentation to the Planning Commission.  The preliminary plat is submitted for a comprehensive review, preparation of a staff report and presentation to the County Council. The construction plans are submitted for a technical review to verify compliance with county construction standards.  The final plat is submitted for a detailed review to verify compliance with the subdivision regulations.  Once the necessary approvals are granted and required documents provided, the Public Works Department processes the final plat for recordation in the Land Records of Wicomico County, Maryland, which allows the department to issue building permits.  The occupancy permits are not issued until after the construction is complete and accepted by the county.

Inspection/Review Fees Construction Standards 2007

Improvements Construction Plan Checklist

2007 Guidelines for Construction Plans - 2nd Edition

Site Plan Review Checklist Final Plat Review Checklist

Bonding Construction Cost Estimate 2007

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