Helping Restaurants and Bars Provide Expanded Outdoor Table Service Baltimore County is expediting approvals to temporarily allow establishments to expand outdoor table service into areas not previously authorized, in a manner that ensures the safety of their customers and staff. Find more information. 
Status of Services and Operations
The County is taking a number of actions to keep residents safe and minimize the spread of COVID-19. Find the status of services and changes in process for the Department of Permits, Approvals and Inspections.
Temporary Conditional Approval of Expanded Outdoor Table Service for Restaurants and Bars
Baltimore County is expediting necessary approvals to temporarily allow establishments to expand outdoor table service into areas not previously authorized, in a manner that ensures the safety of their customers and staff. Find more information about requirements and how to apply.  
New Third-Party Inspection Program for Sediment and Erosion Control
Developers may now utilize a County-approved third-party inspector to monitor and enforce sediment and erosion controls.
New Program Authorizing Third Party Inspections of Solar Systems
Applicants for electrical permits may elect to utilize private sector inspectors to certify code compliance in accordance with the new County policy.
New Expedited Building Plan Review Program
Applicants for commercial building permits may elect to utilize private sector design professionals to peer review construction plans—which receive priority status during the plan review process—and specifications for code compliance prior to submission.