An electrical permit is required prior to the installation of a residential EV charging station if you are not using an existing outlet. A home charging station may require wiring to a dedicated circuit; an electrical permit is required for this installation.

An electrical permit must be applied for online using DPS ePermits. The applicant must have a valid Maryland Master Electrician’s license and have set up an Apply Online account. To begin using ePermits and ePlans, send a brief email request for a user account to dps.eServices@montgomerycountymd.gov (if you are properly licensed and have not already done so) or you can visit the DPS eServices web page for additional information.

Covenants and Deed Restrictions - Many of the subdivisions and developments in Montgomery County have private deed restrictions and covenants regulating construction beyond the limitations contained in County ordinances. These amount to contractual agreements and thus the County does not enforce covenants and deed restrictions. Should you have questions about your development's restrictions, you may obtain information from your homeowner’s association or civic association.

Once the applicant completes the online electrical permit application and pays the fee, the permit will be automatically issued. Please note that no violations may be present on property to complete the application.

Please refer to our fee schedule for information regarding fees associated with this permit application type.

This permit requires one or more inspections as described in the Residential Electric Vehicle Charging Station Inspections document.