Annapolis employs 6 inspectors for 7,876 rental units | The Locally Times
City records show a ratio of 1,312 rental units per inspector with no centralized city-wide safety inspection cycle.
Annapolis employs six full-time inspectors to monitor 7,876 rental dwelling units. The City of Annapolis July 15, 2026, guidance document states the municipal inspection program does not operate on a uniform city-wide timeline. Instead, the city conducts assessments year-round based on the individual licensing schedule for each property. ## Inspection Process and Reporting The city directs residents to the Anna311 portal at css.annapolis.gov to report non-emergency maintenance concerns. These include mold, sewage backups, heating or cooling failures, and malfunctioning smoke or carbon monoxide detectors. The city classifies life-safety issues, such as structural failures or gas leaks, as emergencies requiring 9-1-1 intervention. The Office of Inspections and Permits manages the licensing and code enforcement process, though records do not specify a target turnaround time for inspections or the current backlog of pending requests for the six-person staff. ## Division of Responsibility The July 2026 tenant guide assigns landlords the responsibility for maintaining structural integrity, functional appliances, and essential services including water, electricity, and plumbing. Tenants must maintain unit cleanliness, dispose of trash, and report maintenance needs to landlords. The City of Annapolis issues rental licenses, enforces building and property maintenance codes, and investigates reported violations. The Office of the Ombudsman assists residents with city processes during disputes or maintenance failures. ## Resource Allocation With 1,312 rental units per inspector, the city lacks the capacity for frequent, proactive monitoring of every rental property. Maintenance of housing quality standards depends on the speed at which a tenant documents a violation and reports it to the city. Residents must use the Anna311 portal to create a formal record of maintenance issues to trigger city enforcement actions. ## Key Questions **How can I report a maintenance issue in my rental unit?** Residents should use the Anna311 system on the city’s css.annapolis.gov website to report non-emergency issues like mold, sewage backups, or heating failures. **What should I do if I experience a structural failure or gas leak?** These are classified as life-safety emergencies and must be reported immediately to 9-1-1 for response by the Fire Department. **How often will the city inspect my rental unit?** There is no uniform city-wide inspection cycle; inspections occur year-round based on the individual licensing schedule for each specific property.