Division Mission

The Wicomico County Building Inspection Department receives applications, reviews construction documents and issues permits for the erection, and alteration, demolition and moving of buildings and structures, inspects the premises for which such permits have been issued and enforces compliance with the provisions of the adopted building code. The department's goal is to establish the minimum requirements to safeguard the public health, safety and general welfare through structural strength, means of egress facilities, stability, safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment. Enforcement should be done in a reasonable matter with the least amount of delay in the permitting process as possible.

Wicomico County Geographic Design Criteria
 
Third Quarter 2017 Building Permit Activity

2014 - 2016 Building Permit Activity

 Enforced Applicable Codes for Wicomico County:
2015 IBC, IRC, IECC  Amendments to 2015 IRC & IBC
2012 National Standard Plumbing Code Illustrated
2015 NFPA 101
2014 National Electrical Code

General Requirements for  Residential Building Permits	General Requirements for Commercial Building Permits and Agricultural Buildings
Residential Building FAQ's	Minimum Plan Submittal Requirements
Residential Application	Commercial Application

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Helpful Links: Wicomico County Building Code Maryland Codes Administration ICC Dept. of Energy

Helpful Resources: Fill Out Forms: Additions    Pole Sheds Misc. Requirements: Manufactured Home Piers Pool Barriers Agreements: Pool Barriers

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