Maryland Education Section 4-117

      (a)      On the recommendation of the county superintendent, a county board may employ architects to assist in preparing plans and specifications for constructing or remodeling a building.

      (b)      The construction or remodeling of a building shall conform to all applicable State and county building, electrical, fire, and plumbing regulations and codes. A fee may not be charged for any permit required pursuant to these regulations or codes for construction or remodeling, but a fee may be charged for water or sewer permits, or for connection and service charges for water and sewerage.