We Process Evictions for Prince George's County

Within our Coverage Area to process evictions: Yes
Rental Licenses Required to file for eviction: Yes
Zone 1

To file a case for a tenant failure to pay rent in Prince George’s county is $170 court fee.
For that you will get:

• Prepare and file the “Failure to Pay”
• Send a collections letter to your tenant
• Go to court on your behalf

Information on License:
Can you start an eviction without a rental license: Yes, You can get a temporary license the same day in Prince George’s County Prince George’s County Fee is $115.00, valid for two years. (Additional fees my apply for other municipals). Our processing fee is $75.00, we will obtain your license before your court date. Total is $190.00.
**Click here to process Rental License Application**

**New Form required for obtaining a Prince George’s County Rental License (October 20, 2015)
In order for us to process your rental license, you will need to give us written authorization and send a copy your driver’s license.
Click here to download the letter, sign and fax back to us along with a copy of your Driver’s License.

**New Rental Housing License Change (January 22, 2013)
If your property is within a condominium assoication, co-op housing or HOA, you must present a certification/letter stating your dues are current.
See Maryland Condominium Act of October 2018

 

If you are ready to start the eviction process and submit the information to us about your case, click – GET STARTED on filing Failure to Pay form

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COUNTY INFORMATION
County Website: http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov
County Hotline: (301) 350-9700

District Court:
4990 Rhode Island Ave
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 298-4200

District Court:
14735 Main Street, Suite 173B
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

How do I obtain a Rental License to rent my single-family house?
A rental license is required to rent a single-family dwelling with the following exceptions: the tenant is the landlord’s parent, son, daughter, sibling, grandchild, grandparent or in-law; the landlord is an active member of any branch of the United States Armed Forces, Diplomatic Corps, or Foreign Service who maintains the subject property as her or his domicile and permanent residence; or the landlord has been relocated for employment or education, maintains the subject property as her or his domicile and permanent residence. A rental license application can be obtained from Housing Enforcement at (301) 883-6100.

Agency which handles Rental Licenses
Department of Environmental Resources
Community Services Divisions
1220 Caraway Court, Suite 1050
Largo, MD 20774
Phone: (301) 883-6100
*Office is closed 12p-1pm for lunch
Office Hours 8:00am – 4:00pm

Prince George’s County Sheriff Department
5303 Chrysler Way
Upper Marlboro, MD 20773
Email: sheriffinfo@co.pg.md.us
Sheriff’s Office Landlord Tenant Unit Scheduling Desk: (301) 780-7392
Landlord Tenant Eviction Questions: (301) 780-7392

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Some Municipals in Prince Georges County handle their own Rental License

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City of Greenbelt Rental License Information
Properties Located in Greenbelt
City of Greenbelt
Department of Planning and Community Development
15 Crescent Road, Suite 200
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Phone: (301) 345-5417
Fax: (301) 345-5418
Email: pcd@greenbeltmd.gov
Web: http://www.Greenbeltmd.gov
Online Application click here

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City of Laurel Rental License Information
Properties Located in Laurel
City of Laurel
Department of Community Planning & Business Services
8103 Sandy Spring Road
Laurel, MD 20707
Phone: (301) 725-5300
Email: pnz@laurel.md.us
Web: http://www.laurel.md.us
Rental Licensing Application
Rental Licensing Code Requirements

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Town of Berwyn Heights Rental License Information
Properties Located in Berwyn Heights
Department of Community Planning & Business Services
5700 Berwyn Road
Berwyn Heights,MD 20740
Phone: (301) 474-5000
Town Website
Rental Licensing Application

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City of New Carrollton License Information
Properties Located in the City of New Carrollton
City of New Carrollton
6016 Princess Garden Parkway
New Carrollton, MD 20784
Phone: (301) 459-6100
Web: http://www.newcarrolltonmd.gov/
Fee: $150 per year for Multi-Family Condo & $200 per year for Single Family Rental House
Sample of Rental License Application (must complete multi-part form)

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City of Bowie Rental License Information
Properties Located in Bowie
City of Bowie
Attn: Housing Division
15901 Excalibur Road
Bowie, MD 20716
Phone: (301) 809-3008
Web: http://www.cityofbowie.org
Rental Licensing Application

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Town of Cheverly Rental License Information
Properties Located in Cheverly
City of Cheverly
Attn: Housing Division
6401 Forest Road
Cheverly, MD 20785
Phone: (301) 773-2666
Web: http://www.cheverly-md.gov
Rental Licensing Application