Do you need a permit for an EV charger in Prince George's County, MD?
It depends on the details of your project.
A Level 2 charger needs a DPIE electrical permit.
The DPIE electrical permit covers the new circuit.
A Level 1 cord in an outlet you already have needs no permit.
A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Prince George's County before you build.
Check your exact lot
Your zoning district sets the setbacks, and a flood zone can change the permit answer. Enter your address to see both.
Permits a EV charger can need in Prince George's County
| Permit | When it applies |
|---|---|
| Electrical permit | Electrical work needs a DPIE electrical permit. |
| Historic Area Work Permit (HPC) | Exterior work on a designated historic site, in its environmental setting or in a county historic district needs a Historic Area Work Permit from the Historic Preservation Commission. |
Local details
- Call 811 at least a few days before you dig footings or post holes. Utility locating is free.
- HOA covenants and deed restrictions can be stricter than city rules. Check yours before you build.
- Prince George's renamed its zones in 2022. If a plat or listing says R-55 or R-80, the lot is now RSF-65 or RSF-95.
How to apply
Common questions
- When does an EV charger need an electrical permit in Prince George's County?
- Electrical work needs a DPIE electrical permit. Plugging a Level 1 cord into an existing outlet needs no permit.
- Where do I apply for an EV charger permit in Prince George's County?
- Apply through DPIE Momentum permitting portal, or call (301) 636-2050.
Sources
- Prince George's County DPIE, What work is exempt from obtaining a permit?. Checked 2026-10-21
A one-story detached accessory structure on one- and two-family dwelling properties with less than 150 square feet of floor space not designed or intended for occupation or habitation and limited to 1 accessory structure only per property... All forms of pa…
- Prince George's Planning, Historic Area Work Permits. Checked 2026-10-21
[In Prince George's County, properties] designated as a historic site, or those within a locally designated historic district, may require a HAWP... Here are examples of projects that always require a HAWP: Replacement, alteration, or the addition of roofs,…