For additional information call: 410.638.3363

Electrical Licenses - Normally valid for two years; renewal application required prior to expiration date.

Contact the Electrical Services Division at 410.638.3056 for information, requirements, or an application in any of the following areas.

• Master Electrician
• Limited Electrician (specific to a specialty; e.g., signs, heating, etc.)
• Limited Journeyperson Electrician
• Journeyperson Electrician
• Restricted Electrician (specific to maintenance)
• Electrician's Assistant

Electrical Permits

• Required for any electrical work performed in any residential housing, additions, club basements, garages and out buildings. (see also Fee Schedules for permit fees).
• Valid for 12 months from date of issue. If no inspection activity is performed within the 12 month period, permit is canceled. There is no refund of permit fee.
• No refund of fees paid.
• Application for a permit must be made by a master electrician at the Electrical Services Division (220 South Main Street, Bel Air, Maryland (second floor)).
• A homeowner may apply for a one-time homeowner’s permit to perform electrical work in their own home...must pass a homeowner’s test.