Maryland

Maryland State Fire Prevention Code

Adopted Code Edition

2018 IFC + NFPA 1 (with MD amendments)

Adoption Style

Statewide — one code

State Fire Marshal

Maryland State Fire Marshal ↗

Verification Status

Published summary — verify current edition with the SFM

Contractor Licensing

Fire Alarm

MD Board of Master Electricians + local alarm registration

Fire Sprinkler

MD SFM — Sprinkler Contractor license

Jurisdiction Notes

Baltimore City has its own Fire Code supplement. MD SFM sits under Maryland State Police.

Accuracy & Verification

Fire codes vary by jurisdiction, edition, occupancy, and local amendments. This page is a published summary intended for general reference. Always verify the current enforced edition and specific requirements with the Maryland State Fire Marshal and your local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) before making compliance decisions.