Remodeling and building in Severna Park
Severna Park sits between the Severn and Magothy rivers, with established neighborhoods, lots of 1950s–1980s homes ready for updating, and a long list of waterfront and water-privileged communities.
Permits in Severna Park
Severna Park is unincorporated, so building permits come from Anne Arundel County's Department of Inspections and Permits. Since December 1, 2025, new applications are filed online through the county's Land Use Navigator system. The county permit center is at 2664 Riva Road in Annapolis.
More detail in our permit guide for Anne Arundel County and Annapolis.
What to plan for in Severna Park
Critical Area
Homes on or near the Severn, the Magothy and their creeks are often within the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area (1,000 feet from tidal water). Expect limits on lot coverage, review for anything in the 100-foot shoreline buffer, and replanting requirements if trees come out.
Community covenants
Many Severna Park communities have their own covenants or architectural review for exterior changes, additions and fences. Check yours before you design.
Mid-century updates
Opening walls, moving kitchens and adding a primary suite are common projects in homes from this era. Structural changes need engineered plans for the county permit.
Projects we match in Severna Park
Kitchen remodels
Layouts, cabinets, counters and full gut renovations.
Bathroom remodels
Primary baths, hall baths and accessibility upgrades.
Additions
Bump-outs, second stories and in-law suites.
Basement finishing
Living space, egress, bathrooms and waterproofing.
New custom homes
Build on your lot with a registered Maryland home builder.
Decks & exteriors
Decks, porches, siding, windows and roofing.
Common questions
Who issues building permits in Severna Park?
Anne Arundel County's Department of Inspections and Permits. Severna Park is unincorporated, and new applications are filed online through the county's Land Use Navigator system.
Who does the work?
An independently owned contractor licensed by the Maryland Home Improvement Commission (and, for new homes, registered as a Maryland home builder). TBG makes the introduction; you contract directly with the builder.
Does matching cost anything?
No. It is free to homeowners. TBG is paid by its partner contractors.
How much of a deposit can a contractor take?
Under Maryland law, a home improvement contractor can collect no more than one-third of the contract price when the contract is signed.