Interior Nat Harbor

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

  1. Contact us — Tell us about your Business.
  2. Project review — Determine eligibility.
  3. Guided intake — Step-by-step support to determine applicable requirements.
  4. Streamlined review — Coordinated agency approvals received after the permit application has been submitted and plans have been screened (10 business days per review cycle).
  5. Ongoing support — An assigned Business Specialist provides assistance throughout the process, from permit application intake to final inspection.

DPIE Contact

DPIE Business Development Section
Prince George’s County, Maryland
Email: DPIEBIZDEV@co.pg.md.us