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Boards and Commissions (BC)

(301) 883-5817

Boards and Commissions support the overall mission of the Department’s operating Divisions by administering the work of the various boards and commissions, overseeing complaints and appeals, scheduling hearings and meetings, and scheduling proficiency examinations.

Board of Registration of Building Contractors
(301) 883-5817

Boards and Commissions (BC) manage the Prince George’s County Board of Registration for Building Contractors. Concerns such as application approval/denial and Show Cause Hearing items should be directed to the BC. The Building Contractors Board meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at:

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Applications for Contractor Licenses
(301) 883-3840

Applications for contractor’s licenses must be submitted to the Business License Section at:

1801 McCormick Drive
Suite 100
Largo, Maryland 20774
(301) 883-3840

The deadline for submitting applications is the last day of each month by close of business. The Board reviews all timely applications the following month. Any inquiries on application requirements, licenses and expiration dates should be directed to the Business License Section at (301) 883-3840.

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Commission for Animal Control
(301) 883-6009 or (301) 883-5804

Boards and Commissions (BC) has oversight for the Commission for Animal Control.  BC processes the following items for review by the Commission:

• Return of animals impounded by the Animal Management Division (AMD)
• Requests to appeal citations received from AMD, such as  Animal nuisance complaints (excessive barking, running at large, odor, etc)
• Hearing Requests (must be submitted in writing)

Hearings are held the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, beginning

Animal Services Facility
3750 Brown Station Road
Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772

Inquiries on stray animals, animal cruelty, Pit bull sightings, wildlife, dead animals, farm animals or livestock, and dog bites should be directed to AMD at (301) 780-7200.

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Board of Registration for Master Electricians, Journeyman Electricians, Apprentice Electricians, Electrical Contractors and Electrical Subcontractors
(301) 883-5817

Boards and Commissions (BC) manage the Board of Registration for Master Electricians, Journeyman Electricians, Apprentice Electricians, Electrical Contractors and Electrical Subcontractors. Relative issues include continuing education credits, show cause hearings, application approval/denial concerns and electrical examination results. The Board meets the 2nd Thursday in January, March, May, July, September and November. Show Cause Hearings are scheduled concurrently, as necessary. The Board meetings are held at:

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Applications for Electrical Exams
(301) 883-3840

Electrical Examinations are given on the 2nd Saturday in February, April, June, August, October and December. Examinations are administered promptly at 8:00 a.m. at:

Prince George’s Community College
301 Largo Road
Largo, Maryland 20774
Currently exams are administered in Marlboro Hall, Room 2056, but the room location may vary

Applications for electrical examinations must be submitted to the Business License Section at:

1801 McCormick Drive
Suite 100
Largo, Maryland 20774
(301) 883-3840

Inquiries on electrical applications, license requirements, renewals, fees, and issuance should be directed to the Business License Section at (301) 883-3840.

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Taxicab Board
(301) 883-5817

Boards and Commissions manage the Taxicab Board. Meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at:

9400 Peppercorn Place
Suite 500, Conference Room 550
Largo, Maryland 20774
(301) 883-5817

Please submit all appeals and direct all inquiries on application requirements, issuance of licenses, taxicab inspections, examinations and complaints to the Business License Section.

1801 McCormick Drive
Suite 100
Largo, Maryland 20774
(301) 883-3840

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Vehicle Show Cause Hearings
(301) 883-5955

Show Cause Hearings are held 2-3 times per month, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Important Tips:

• Customers are encouraged to pay for the release of their vehicle. DO NOT wait for the Hearing. Storage fees are incurred daily.
• Requests for Show Cause Hearings must be made within 21 days of vehicle impound.
• There are 3 types of tows (1)Vehicle Audit; (2) Police; and (3) Private.· Customers should direct civil issues or complaints concerning towing companies to civil court. They are not covered under Show Cause Hearings.
• Applicants will be notified of the Vehicle Hearing Officer’s decision via mail.

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