Business Licenses

Congratulations on opening a new business in Calvert County!

To obtain a license, you must first determine what type of license you need, if any.  The Clerk's Office issues several types of licenses on behalf of the Comptroller of Maryland and the Calvert County Government.  The Clerk's Office will be happy to provide information regarding any of the licenses we issue and to assist with any of your procedural questions.  Contact us at (410) 535-1600 ext. 2264.  However, we cannot provide any legal advice or be responsible for determining the type of license you should purchase.

You can quickly obtain access to information on the permits and licenses you may need to start, relocate, or expand a business in Maryland by using the following links: If you determine that you need a license that is issued by the Clerk of the Circuit Court, you will need to appear in person to process the business license application.  Currently, applications are processed only in an e-license format by presenting the information in person and are not available on-line or by mail.  Our office is located at the Courthouse, 175 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.  Complete the application by providing the following information to the Clerk:
  • Type of license for which you are applying
  • Owner's name (Individual, Corporation, etc.)
  • Location address
  • Mailing address
  • Social Security Number or Federal Tax Identification Number
  • Phone Number
  • Workman's Compensation Policy Number or Certificate of Compliance Corporate ID Number (if applicable)

The application must be signed by the Owner or a Corporate Officer.

Obtain the following necessary approval signatures: (obtain in order listed)
  • Planning & Zoning - must approve ALL new licenses and any changes of business location address. Planning & Zoning is located in the Couny Services Plaza, 150 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 (410) 535-2346
  • Assessment & Taxation - located across from the Courthouse in the Louis L. Goldstein State Office Building, 2nd floor, 200 Duke Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. (410) 535-6840
  • Calvert County Treasurer's Office - located 1st floor, Courthouse, 175 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. (410) 535-1600 ext. 2272
Pay required license fees to the Clerk of the Circuit Court- cash or check only.

Courtesy copies of the aplications for retail sales tax and trade name registration are available upon request.  Please contact the appropriate issuing agency for more information about those applicates or for information about other types of licenses not issued by the Clerk of the Circuit Court.

Please use the following links for additional information:

Home Builder Registration
Home Improvement Licenses

Disclaimer

The Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court is committed to serving the citizens of Maryland.  Every effort is made to provide accurate information and assistance regarding matters that are important to you.  Please be advised, however, that we are prohibited by law from rendering legal advice.