Business Development Section and Fast-Track Permitting Program
Building Smarter. Moving Faster. Supporting the local business community.
Mission Statement
The Business Development Section (BDS) promotes sustainable economic development by facilitating responsible construction and delivering efficient, transparent services that support local business growth and regulatory compliance.
Business Development Section
Your partner in navigating the permitting and regulatory process from start to finish. We provide:
- One-on-one project guidance
- Free consultations; these are recommended prior to the start of the application
- Free preliminary design reviews through DPIE Connect
- Permit process support
- Coordination across DPIE divisions
- Help resolve delays and challenges
- Support for new and expanding businesses
Fast-Track Permitting Program for Small Businesses
Expedite your project with priority review and dedicated support by using the Fast-Track Permitting Program for Small Businesses. Program features include:
- Accelerated review timelines (10 days per review cycle)
- An assigned dedicated business specialist
- Early issue of identification and communication
- Real-time communication and permit application updates
- An expedited process for faster business occupancy approvals
Eligible Projects
Small Business projects may include:
- Commercial interior alterations (5,000 square feet or less)
- Use and Occupancy Permit applications
- Wall signs for businesses (commercial only)
- Strategic County and State initiatives
Who Should Apply?
- Developers and investors
- Small business owners
- Contractors and design professionals
- Project managers and permit expediters
- Economic development partners
How It Works
- Contact us — Tell us about your Business.
- Project review — Determine eligibility.
- Guided intake — Step-by-step support to determine applicable requirements.
- Streamlined review — Coordinated agency approvals received after the permit application has been submitted and plans have been screened (10 business days per review cycle).
- Ongoing support — An assigned Business Specialist provides assistance throughout the process, from permit application intake to final inspection.
Quick Links to DPIE Resources
DPIE provides an abundance of information to assist business owners through the permitting and licensing processes. The following links will direct you to the web pages related to these procedures.
- DPIE Home Page
- Permits Information
- Permit Fee Schedule
- Commercial Building Permit Information
- Permitting and Licensing Requirements for Businesses
- County Licensing Information
- State Business License Information
- BDS Frequently Asked Questions
- Momentum — DPIE's online system for permits and licenses; click to start your application.
- ePlan — Allows documents and drawings to be submitted electronically; upload your documents.
- General Design Overview for Small Businesses — DPIE Connect — DPIE encourages small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs to participate in our DPIE Connect program.
- Check Your Permit Status.
- Schedule an Inspection online or through the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) phone system. DPIE offers virtual inspections as well as on-site inspections.
- Payments — Payment options.
DPIE Contact
DPIE Business Development Section
Prince George’s County, Maryland
Email: DPIEBIZDEV@co.pg.md.us
