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Permits, Approvals and Inspections

The Department of Permits, Approvals and Inspections issues all building permits and enforces the rules and regulations of Baltimore County for development, building, electrical, plumbing, livability and zoning codes.

Address:
County Office Building
111 West Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-3353

911 Central Communications Center

The 9-1-1 Center receives emergency calls, assesses the availability of response vehicles and manpower, and dispatches appropriate units to handle all public service emergencies in Baltimore County.

Address:
401 Bosley Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-307-2000

Email: 911center@baltimorecountymd.gov

Administrative Hearings

The Office of Administrative Hearings serves as an independent, judicial body comprised of administrative law judges who hear cases and issue decisions on a variety of matters including, but not limited to, zoning, land use and related matters.

Address:
Jefferson Building
105 West Chesapeake Avenue, Suite 103
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-3868

Email: administrativehearings@baltimorecountymd.gov

Aging

The Department of Aging administers programs and activities that help senior citizens remain healthy, active, and independent members of the community.

Director of Aging: Heang Tan

Address:
611 Central Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-2594

Email: aginginfo@baltimorecountymd.gov

Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator

It is the policy of Baltimore County Government to provide equal access for people with disabilities to all of its programs, services and activities. The Office of the ADA was created to insure that this policy is maintained.

Address:
111 West Chesapeake Avenue
Room 120
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-3987

Email: ada@baltimorecountymd.gov

Animal Services

Animal Services enforces the animal control laws and operates Baltimore County's Animal Shelter.

Address:
13800 Manor Road
Baldwin, Maryland 21013

Contact: 410-887-PAWS (7297)

Email: animalservices@baltimorecountymd.gov

Arts and Sciences Commission

The Commission on Arts and Sciences oversees the equitable distribution of grant funding made available through state and county government.

Address:
305 Washington Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-0331

Email: artsgrants@baltimorecountymd.gov

Auditor

The Office of the County Auditor operates as part of the Legislative branch of County Government. It provides independent auditing and other fiscal services to the County Council.

Address:
400 Washington Avenue
Room 221
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-3193

Email: auditor@baltimorecountymd.gov

BCSTAT

BCSTAT's mission is to incorporate data into decision making and apply data-driven analysis to every day operations across County departments.

Address:
Historic Courthouse
400 Washington Avenue
Suite 100
Towson, Maryland 21204

Email: bcstat@baltimorecountymd.gov

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals hears a variety of appeals arising from zoning decisions, disability retirement cases, building permits, code violations, Animal Hearing Board and other matters as provided by statute.

Address:
Jefferson Building
105 West Chesapeake Avenue
Suite 203
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-3180

Email: appealsboard@baltimorecountymd.gov

Budget and Finance

The Office of Budget and Finance provides public policy analysis and fiscal expertise in support of all agencies of Baltimore County government.

Director: Kevin Reed

Address:
400 Washington Avenue
Room 150
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-3313

Email: financeinfo@baltimorecountymd.gov

Circuit Court

The Circuit Court hears major civil cases, serious criminal matters including death penalty cases, juvenile and family law cases.

Lead: Dennis Robinson

Address:
Baltimore County Courts Building
401 Bosley Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-2139

Email: baltcocc@mdcourts.gov

Commission for Women

The Commission for Women identifies and advocates for programs, legislation and services to meet the needs of the women of Baltimore County.

Address:
400 Washington Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-2450

Email: women@baltimorecountymd.gov

Commission on Disabilities

Baltimore County believes that a Commission on Disabilities is necessary to advise on the coordination and development of the County's policies for citizens with disabilities.

Lead: Jay Doyle

Address:
Maryland

Contact: 410-887-2483

Email: plncod@baltimorecountymd.gov

Commission on Environmental Quality

CEQ encourages protection and preservation of the natural environment in Baltimore County and its waterways, including the Chesapeake Bay, by educating the community to make environmentally sustainable decisions and enlightening, advising, and initiating

Address:
Maryland

Email: ceq@baltimorecountymd.gov

Commission on Veterans Affairs

The Commission on Veterans’ Affairs was established to support veterans and their families residing in Baltimore County.

Legislative Aide, 6th District: Patrick Taylor

Address:
Historic Courthouse
400 Washington Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-5652

Email: veteransaffairs@baltimorecountymd.gov

Communications

The office serves as a resource to Baltimore County Executive Katherine A. Klausmeier and county agencies in communicating with the public regarding county services, programs, initiatives and issues of interest to the community.

Address:
400 Washington Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-2470

Email: communications@baltimorecountymd.gov

Community College of Baltimore County

The Community College of Baltimore County provides degree, certificate and continuing education programs.

Address:
7201 Rossville Blvd
Baltimore, Maryland 21237

Contact: 443-840-CCBC

Email: skurtinitis@ccbcmd.edu

Corrections

The Baltimore County Department of Corrections is comprised of the Baltimore County Detention Center, the Pre-trial Services Division and the Alternative Sentencing Division. Its purpose is to ensure public safety and provide a safe environment for

Address:
720 Bosley Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-512-3200

Email: corrections@baltimorecountymd.gov

County Council

The County Council is the County elected legislative body, and it is vested with all law-making power granted by its Charter and by the General Assembly of Maryland.

Address:
400 Washington Avenue
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-3196

Email: countycouncil@baltimorecountymd.gov

County Executive

The County Executive is chief elected officer in Baltimore County government and administers its daily operations.

County Executive: Katherine A. Klausmeier

Address:
400 Washington Avenue
Mezzanine Level
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-2450

Email: kathyk@baltimorecountymd.gov

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Created by the County Executive, the Council studies the Baltimore County juvenile and criminal justice systems, identifies deficiencies and formulates policy, plans and programs for improvement.

County Executive: Katherine A. Klausmeier

Address:
400 Washington Avenue
Mezzanine Level
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-2450

Email: kathyk@baltimorecountymd.gov

Division of Purchasing Services

The Division of Purchasing seeks to secure needed products and services for using agencies, our customers, at the lowest ultimate cost consistent with the quality, quantity and delivery requested.

Address:
400 Washington Avenue
Room 148
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-3880

Email: purchasing@baltimorecountymd.gov

Economic and Workforce Development

Each year, hundreds of businesses turn to Baltimore County Economic and Workforce Development when they are ready to expand or relocate. It can assist with workforce development and training, site selection and financing.

Address:
305 Washington Avenue
4th Floor
Towson, Maryland 21204

Contact: 410-887-8000

Email: businesshelp@baltimorecountymd.gov

Elections

The Board of Elections' web pages provide information about voter registration, elections, voting and running for office.

Address:
5 Crossing Way
Owings Mills, Maryland 21117

Contact: 410-887-5700

Email: elections@baltimorecountymd.gov