Town of Denton Applications & Permits
The Planning and Codes Department is proud to introduce an all-electronic permit software program that will allow homeowners, small businesses, contractors, and DIY'ers to submit building permits online. The online software will also allow for the ability to request inspections.
Building and Property Maintenance Codes Standards and Information
- Maryland Building Performance Standards (MBPS)
- Maryland Building Codes– Current
- Notice – New Home Construction(.pdf) and Affirmation of Landowner(.pdf) (Home Builders Registration)
- Denton Building Codes – Town Code Chapter 38
- Denton Property Maintenance Code – Town Code Chapter 94
- International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)-Woodframe Wall Construction Techniques(.pdf)
Commission and Board Applications
- Architectural & Historic Review Application(.pdf)
- Architectural & Historic Review Commission Administrative Approval Guidelines(.pdf)
- Planning Commisssion Review Application(.pdf)
- Board of Appeals Application(.pdf)
- Annexation Application(.pdf)
- Site Plan Appendix
- Subdivision Appendix
- Town Code Appendices
- Zoning Text Amendment(.pdf)
Building Permit Applications and Information
Critical Area Permit Applications and Information
Environmental Permit Applications and Information
Erosion & Sediment Control (E&SC)
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request
Neighborhood Service Request and Complaints
Residential Rental Housing and Lead Abatement
- Rental Property Code
- Rental Housing License and Inspection Application(.pdf)
- Rental Housing Property Maintenance Checklist and Guide(.pdf)
- Exterior Winter Waiver(.pdf)
- Landlords and Tenants: Avoiding Disputes(.pdf)
- Property Maintenance Means of Appeal Application(.pdf)
- Authorization Form for Removal of License(.pdf)
Floodplain Management Permit Applications and Information
- Helpful Web Tool: http://mdfloodmaps.com/
- Maryland Model Floodplain Ordinance Overview – What’s New(.pdf)
- Floodplain Information
- Elevation Certificate(.pdf)
- Declaration of Land Restriction(.pdf)
Stormwater Management Information
- “Reduce your Stormwater” – Information for Homeowners website (www.stormwater.allianceforthebay.org)
- Helpful Web Tool: http://watershedresourcesregistry.org/
- Stormwater Management Ordinance (2010)(.pdf)
- Stormwater Management Information(.pdf)
Abandoned Properties
- Abandoned Properties Code
- Property Maintenance Means of Appeal Application(.pdf)
- Registration Application – Call 410-479-3625 for verification & registration
Zoning
- Fencing Permit Application(.pdf)
- Peddler License Application(.pdf)
- Sign, Banner Permit Application(.pdf)
- Sign Permit Application(.pdf)
- Sign Guidelines, Central Commercial (CC) Zoning District(.pdf)
- Sign Types & Dimensional Regulations by Zoning Districts (Attachment 9)(.pdf)
- Special Event Request Form(.pdf)
- Swimming Pools(.pdf)
- Tree Management Application(.pdf)
- Table of Use(.pdf)
- Town Code Table