Tidal Wetlands License/Permit

Tidal wetlands are open waters and marshes influenced by the rise and fall of the tide. Because of the importance of wetlands, a permit, license, or other approval is required for any work that may change a tidal wetland. Agricultural activities that may require this authorization include dredging and shoreline erosion control measures, such as bulkheads and marsh creation projects.

Issuing Agency
Maryland Department of the Environment
Water Management Administration
Wetland and Waterway Program
1800 Washington Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21230
1-800-633-6101, Ext. 3772