Non-Coal Mining Permit Details


Non-Coal Mining Permit

General Info - Statewide Permit


A non-coal mining permit is required by the State of Maryland to conduct surface mining in order to minimize the effects of mining on the environment, provide proper land reclamation, and ensure public safety.


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    Approval time

  • $1,000.00

    Application cost

Obtaining the Permit

Ready to get your permit? - Steps, Requirements, and Documents

  1. An application for a permit, in addition to a set of plans, must be filed with the Department and can be mailed to:

    Maryland Department of Environment

    Mining Program

    P.O. Box 2057

    Baltimore, MD 21203-2057

Apply for the Permit

  • Online Application

    Complete the form

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Agency/Contact

Permit Issuer - Information

Who issues the permit?

Maryland Department of Environment

Contact Information

C. Edmon Larrimore

Email: Ed.Larrimore@maryland.gov

Tel: (410) 537-3557

Legal Authority

What laws and regulations give Maryland Department of Environment the legal authority to issue this approval?