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Walk-Through Permit Process
DPIE is now offering limited walk-through service through our Virtual Permit Cafe, located in the Permit Center. The Virtual Permit Cafe allows homeowners to have their homeowner permit application processed, reviewed and issued in a virtual, contact-free environment. When necessary, customers have the ability to speak with plan reviewers through video and audio services. At the end of the process, homeowners are issued their permits — within the same day, in most cases.
Homeowners are no longer required to make an appointment for Walk-Through Permits. Customers will be assisted at the Virtual Permit Cafe (VPC) on a first-come, first-served basis Mondays–Fridays, from 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. For additional information and to access the new link, view the NEW Virtual Permit Process for Homeowners page.
Virtual Walk-Through Permit Process
Please print and save these "Virtual Walk-Through Permit Process Instructions."
Here is how the process works:
- Access the DPIE permitting platform to start your application.
- Select the "Virtual Permit Cafe" option as your type of review.
- In order for your application to be processed, you will need to check into the Virtual Permit Cafe via the following link:
https://virtualpermitcenter-checkin.princegeorgescountymd.gov/#/ - You will be required to upload your plans.
- During the virtual session, you will receive email and text messages with updates of the plan review process.
- IMPORTANT: You need to monitor these notifications as you may be required to join a video/audio session with plan reviewers.
- At the end of the review, you will receive a notification to pay for your permit, and a permit will be emailed to you.
REMEMBER: DPIE is currently offering virtual review for HOMEOWNER PERMITS ONLY. We plan to expand the walk-through process in the future.
Virtual Permit Cafe Manual
For detailed step-by-step instructions with visuals, view the "Virtual Permit Cafe Manual." The manual contains images and helpful hints to guide you through the virtual Walk-Through Permit process.
Hours of Operation
Mondays–Fridays, from 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
List of the Eligible Permit Types
The Virtual Walk-Through Permit Process* is available for Residential Homeowner case types only. (This does NOT include Use & Occupancy case types.)
Virtual Permit Cafe walk-through customers can include more than one scope of work in their permit application as indicated in the chart below.
Item | Combining VPC Scope of Work | Combine with Items |
A. | Above Ground & Underground Tank | Max 3 additional items |
B. | Above Ground Swimming Pool | Max 3 additional items |
C. | Accessory Structures (Gazebo, Garage, Pergola, Shed, Carport Only) — No more than 500 sq. ft. and 15 ft. high; alteration and repair of existing accessory structure; no change in use. |
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D. | Addition to Single Family Dwelling — No more than 500 sq. ft. and no more than one story high at ground level; no party walls | No other items allowed with this scope. |
E. | Areaway — New/Replacement | Max 3 additional items |
F. | Awning — 24" deep | Max 3 additional items |
G. | Basement Finishing | Max 3 additional items |
H. | Damage Report — No drawings (only) | Max 3 additional items |
I. | Deck, One Level — No more than 500 sq. ft. | Max 3 additional items |
J. | Drywall — New/Replacement | Max 3 additional items |
K. | Fence — New/Replacement | Max 3 additional items |
L. | Fire Pit | Max 3 additional items |
M. | Fireplace Inserts | Max 3 additional items |
N. | Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demolition | Max 3 additional items |
O. | Interior Remodeling/Alteration and Repair — One level; no load-bearing structural work | Max 1 additional items |
P. | Patio | Max 3 additional items |
Q. | Pergola/Trellis | Max 3 additional items |
R. | Porch and Steps — New/Repair; no more than 500 sq. ft. | Max 1 additional items |
S. | Portico | Max 3 additional items |
T. | Ramp — New/Replacement | Max 3 additional items |
U. | Retaining Wall — New/Replacement; maximum height of 4.5 ft. measured from top of footing | Max 3 additional items |
V. | Roof Sheathing Replacement — No permit required for replacing SHINGLES ONLY | Max 3 additional items |
W. | Shed — Over 150 sq. ft. or more than one shed on a property requires a permit. | Max 3 additional items |
X. | Walkway/Stoop — New/Replacement | Max 3 additional items |
Y. | Waterproofing — Exterior/Interior | Max 3 additional items |
Z. | Window/Door Replacement/Repair — No permit required if in-kind (same size) | Max 3 additional items |
AA. | Window Well — New/Replacement | Max 3 additional items |
*Applicants must complete the walk-through process and receive issuance of one application in order to check-in with a new application number.
**Above scope is only for VPC homeowners, MHIC contractors and homeowner representatives to apply for existing residential (one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses not more than 3 stories) projects.
***DPIE staff reserves the right to change an application from a virtual walk-through review to file for regular ePlan review.
Please Note: Properties serviced by a private well and/or septic system CANNOT use the virtual permit process.