Your pre-fab shed requires a permit and inspections. For multi-unit, 2 story or stick built sheds follow the detached garage guidelines page.

Note: Prefab sheds less than 150 square feet, on skids and movable do not require a permit. All setback requirements apply.

Note: The site of the new shed is required to be approved by the Carroll County Zoning Administration and the Carroll County Health Department to ensure that the proposed structure meets the proper setbacks from property lines, septic systems, water infrastructure, etc. For help with site selection, please contact:

Permits Required

Your pre-fab shed will require a building permit/zoning application. If the shed includes electricity,  an electrical permit is required. If the shed includes running water, such as for a utility sink, a plumbing permit is also required. Please gather the construction documentation specified below and submit a building permit application and an owner/contractor affidavit. After the building permit is filed, have your licensed electrician submit an electrical permit application and/or have your licensed plumber submit a plumbing permit application.

Permit Process

Many factors affect the speed with which your application(s) are approved. For best results, it is critical that you carefully review your application and design documents prior to submission to ensure that all necessary documents are included and that the design is compliant with the county code. Normally, permits can be issued within 10-15 business days if the application is complete, accurate, and code-compliant.

Construction Document Requirements

Submitted documents must contain sufficient information for the plan reviewer to be able to review the proposed construction.

• ___ Three (3) plot plans of the entire parcel – drawn to scale – to include:
  • ___ Location of the proposed structure
  • ___ Measurements from the proposed structure to each property line
  • ___ Location of and distance from the existing/proposed well and/or septic area
  • ___ Road name
  • ___ Drywell location
  • ___ All Easements (Floodplain, Forest Conservation, and Utilities)

Inspections

Your pre-fab will require inspections throughout the building process. At a minimum, your pre-fab shed will require the following:

Building Inspections

• Final

Features such as electricity  or plumbing for running water  will require additional inspections.

Scheduling an Inspection

Fees

Please see Row B of the building permit fee schedule. If applicable, see Row D of the electrical permit fee schedule and/or Row D of the plumbing permit fee schedule.