Electrical Permits
Electrical permits are required to provide safeguards for person and property from the risk of hazards arising from the use of electricity. Any time that electrical work is to be done, an electrical permit is required. If the work is being performed in connection with a Building Permit, then the Electrical Permit is not approved until after the Building Permit is approved.
News & Notices
Effective October 1, 2023, House Bill 830, requires the installation of electric vehicle charging equipment during the construction of certain housing units. This applies to the construction of housing units that include a separate garage, carport or driveway for each residential unit. For more information, please review the document below.
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Requirements
Residential Rooftop PV System Guide
Applications
Applications for electrical permits are processed online. The applicant for an electrical permit must be a licensed electrical contractor or the property owner. If the applicant is the resident property owner, but is not a licensed electrician, the owner must pass a homeowner electrical examination with a score of at least 70% and sign a homeowner affidavit. The department will review the permit application for compliance with the Frederick County Electrical Code.
- Approving Agencies: Department of Permits and Inspections
- Processing Time: Electrical permits are usually issued within a time frame of one to two days from the day the application is made and the fee is paid. Applications are required to be in the department before the wiring is started.
- Duration of Approval: Electrical permits are valid for 1 year.
Electrical Licensing Requirements
Emergency Lighting Requirements
Approved 3rd Party Electrical Testing Companies