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Frequently Asked Questions

If you have additional questions that are not shown below, please contact us at [email protected] or  410-651-1818

How do I Apply For...
Bids

For instructions to bidders walking trail, click here.

To find out about available positions and how to apply for employment, visit our Careers Page.

For information on registering your business, click here.

All of our permit applications and forms can be found here.

What is the first step in submitting a site plan for approval?
The process begins with completing a Request for Services Form with the Town. This step is mandatory for all site plan submissions.

Service Agreement – Request for Services 2024

Planning and Zoning Application

What types of applications require submission to the Department of Planning and Zoning? Applications are required for the following:

  • Administrative Waivers
  • Minor Site Plans
  • Major Site Plans
  • Site Plan Revisions
  • Sketch Plans
  • Preliminary Plats
  • Construction Plans
  • Final Plats

Are there any fees associated with the submission?
Yes. Upon submitting the Request for Services Form and the application to the Planning and Zoning Department, all associated fees must be paid, including any escrow requirements.
Fees must be paid in full to officially file your application and begin the process.

What happens after the application is filed?
Once accepted and filed, the review process begins. Applicants are responsible for sending their plans to the appropriate departments for review. These typically include:

  • Sanitary District
  • County Authorities
  • Health Department
  • Soil Conservation District (hard copy required)
  • Town Engineer
  • Stormwater Management Office (hard copy required)

The Town will provide applicants with a list of required departments and their contact information (emails) once The process is underway.

Do any departments require hard copies of plans?
Yes. The Soil Conservation District and Stormwater Management Office require hard copies.

Can the Town print plans for my submission?
Yes. The Town offers plan printing services for a fee of $5 per page.

If you are interested in having an event and would need road closures please use the application below. Applications must be submitted 60-30 days prior to event.

Public Assembly Permit. 

Interested in using one of our parks for an event? Please fill out the application below. All applications can be emailed to [email protected] or dropped off to Town Hall Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.

Park Application 

 

Downloadable applications are available here.

Guidelines for application are available here.

Downloadable applications are available here.

How do I Find...

For information on Property Taxes, click here.

Zoning information and relevant forms can be found here.

Somerset County Circuit Court is located at 30512 Prince William Street, Princess Anne, MD 21853.

(410) 845-4840

For more information, visit the Clerk’s Office webpage.

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How do I Pay...

Information about trash fees and more, click here.

Pay online here.

For information on property taxes, please visit our Tax Information Page.

Pay online here.

Visit our Permit Information Page for information on required fees.

Pay online here.

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How do I Contact...

President: Lionel Frderick [email protected] 

Vice President: Shelley Johnson [email protected] 

Commissioners:

Joseph Gardner [email protected]

Marion Polk [email protected] 

Ellis D. Jones, Sr. [email protected] 

 

For general inquiries, please email [email protected]

 

For more specific contact information, click here.

All suggestions and concerns can be inquired via our General Inquiries Form found here.