Skip to content
All News

Division of Permits and Inspections Expands Online Services

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 22, 2021) – The Washington County Division of Permitting and Inspections announces an expansion to its online services for permitting. Citizens can now submit various permits, trade licenses, and registrations via the Citizen Access portal. All applicants must be registered with Citizen Access before being able to move forward with the online submittal.
 
Phase One of online submittals includes the following records:
 
  • Ag Certificates
  • Signs
  • Demo (Residential and Non-Residential)
  • Chimney
  • Kennel Verification
  • Zoning Certificates
  • Utility Permits
  • Entrance Permits
  • Grading Permits (not grading plans)
  • Floodplain Permits
  • All licenses and registrations for Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical
 
Certain documents will be required to be uploaded as part of the application submittal.
 
For those needing assistance or have questions regarding the online submittal process, please call the Permitting Office at 240-313-2460.
 
For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380 or [email protected].
 
###

Other news:

Washington County to Lift Burn Ban on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 8:00 AM

Washington County to Lift Burn Ban on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 8:00 AM

Washington County, MD (March 7, 2025) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management, by order of the Board of County…
Read More
Maryland’s Dairy Farm Beautification Program Accepting Applications

Maryland’s Dairy Farm Beautification Program Accepting Applications

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 3, 2025) – The Maryland Dairy Shrine is reaching out to dairy farms across the state for…
Read More
Washington County Office of Emergency Management Issues Burn Ban Due to Increased Fire Risk

Washington County Office of Emergency Management Issues Burn Ban Due to Increased Fire Risk

Washington County, MD (March 3, 2025) – Effective immediately, by order of the Board of County Commissioners, the Washington County Office…
Read More
See All News
Liberal Leave is in effective for Washington County Government

LIBERAL LEAVE IS IN EFFECT FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential personal on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, until noon. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual.

The starting time for today’s Board of County Commissioners meeting will be reevaluated at 9:00 am.

For those required to travel, exercise caution on the roadways. If driving is necessary, ensure your vehicle is completely cleared, drive at a reduced speed, practice caution, and avoid crowding or passing plows.
 
We’ll keep the public informed of any changes. Stay updated by monitoring Washington County Government’s website and social media channels for the latest information. Your safety is our priority!