How often do I need to renew my Home Builder License in Maryland?

The Home Builder License in Maryland must be renewed every 24 months.

How much does it cost to renew a Home Builder License in Maryland?

The renewal cost for a Home Builder License in Maryland is $400.00.

What happens if my Home Builder License expires in Maryland?

Building new homes in Maryland without a valid home builder registration is a violation of the Maryland New Home Builder Registration Act. Penalties include fines and civil liability. Buyers may also file warranty claims.

Maryland renewal guide

Home Builder License

If this license is up for renewal, this page gives you the fee, the timeline, and the items that usually hold the filing up.

Start here

What matters before you file.

Check the fee, the renewal window, and the documents or insurance records that can slow approval down.

Issuing authority

Maryland Office of the Attorney General - Home Builder Registration Unit

Renewal period

Every 24 months

Renewal fee

$400.00

Bond requirement

No

Insurance requirement

Yes — General Liability, Workers' Compensation

Before you renew

Get the filing straight.

1
Check the insurance certificates

Make sure the required policies are current and match what the board or agency expects before you file.
2
File with the board

File through Maryland Office of the Attorney General - Home Builder Registration Unit and pay the $400.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
Renew online
3
Leave room for processing

Typical processing time is 30 days, so do not wait until the last minute.

Detailed notes

The fine print is here.

Maryland Home Builder License

The Maryland Office of the Attorney General - Home Builder Registration Unit registers home builders who construct new residential dwellings. Home builder registration in Maryland is administered by the AG's office, not MHIC.

Requirements

AG Registration: Must register with the Maryland Office of the Attorney General
New Home Warranty: Must provide new home warranty coverage
Insurance: General liability and workers' compensation insurance
Application Fee: $800

Renewal Information

Renewal Period: Every 2 years
Renewal Fee: $400–$1,200 (tiered by permit count: $400 for 10 or fewer permits, $800 for 11–74 permits, $1,200 for 75 or more permits)
No CE Required: Maryland does not mandate continuing education

Scope of Work

Registered home builders can construct new residential dwellings including single-family homes, townhouses, and condominiums. This includes all aspects of new construction from foundation to finish.

New Home Warranty

Maryland requires home builders to provide a new home warranty covering structural defects, systems, and workmanship for specified periods. This is a key consumer protection requirement.

*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Maryland Office of the Attorney General.*

Official links

Check the board or agency directly.

Official website Apply online Renew online

Required documents

Proof of Insurance
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Business Registration

Source notes

Maryland Office of the Attorney General - Home Builder Registration Unit . Verified March 2026.

Rules move. Check Maryland Office of the Attorney General - Home Builder Registration Unit again before you pay, renew, or schedule work around this requirement.