Environmental Applications

When submitting an application, please follow the correct application procedures per application type (detailed below) to prevent delays in the review process timeline.

Currently, all environmental applications are submitted electronically via email to PPD-EnvPlanning@ppd.mncppc.org.

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Types of Environmental Applications

Natural Resource Inventory Plan (NRI) Application

A detailed inventory of the existing physical and environmental conditions on a site and used in the land-use and site development planning process, which must consider impacts on a site’s natural and cultural resources.

Apply via DARTS

Natural Resources Inventory – Equivalency Letter (NRI-EL) Application

Certain applications qualify for a NRI-EL, including sites that either contain no regulated environmental features, as defined by Subtitle 24 and 27, or no regulated environmental features will be disturbed. Refer to the 2018 Environmental Technical Manual for full details on qualifying for a NRI-EL.

Download Form Environmental Technical Manual (2018)

Type 2 Tree Conservation Plan (TCP2) Application

A TCP2 shows the final grading proposed on a site and the approved locations for structures, utilities, easements, stormwater management, and the limits of disturbance. TCP2s also provide details of woodland conservation and tree protection.

Apply via DARTS

Woodland Conservation Ordinance Exemption Letter (WCO-Ex) Application

Letters of exemption from the Woodland Conservation Ordinance may be granted for certain properties or activities only if the property does not have a previously approved tree conservation plan. The conditions and requirements for exemptions are outlined in the Environmental Technical Manual.

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Subtitle 25—Division 2 Variance Application

This application is for variance requests related to Subtitle 25, Division 2. Use one variance request form for all required and/or requested variances to Subtitle 25, Division 2 associated with a TCP2 application. Variances associated with a “stand-alone”
TCP2 applications are submitted directly to the Environmental Planning Section. Variances associated with a Development Review application are submitted to DRD with the companion case.

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Submission Procedures, Fees, and Maps

Document Requests

Submit your request for copies of documents within our system by using the button below. Note: All requests must be for existing records. The MPIA does not require public agencies to create new records.

Maryland Public Information Act (MPIA) Request