The Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW) offers graffiti removal services for private residential homes and City-owned properties. DPW does not provide graffiti removal services for commercial properties or privately-owned businesses.

Graffiti removal services help keep public spaces clean and free from vandalism. This service is an important part of maintaining clean and safe public spaces within the City of Baltimore. If not removed, graffiti signals neighborhood blight, can increase criminal activity in the area, reduce local property values, and give the impression that the City is not committed to providing clean and safe environments for residents and visitors.

The graffiti removal process typically involves the use of specialized equipment/dustless blaster or painting over the area that has been vandalized. The process used depends on the building surface and the type of paint or material used to create the graffiti. 

How to request graffiti removal services

If you have graffiti at your home:

Step 1: Get a service request number from 311

Call 311 to request graffiti removal services. You will be given a service request number specific to you and your property. 

Step 2: Submit the Graffiti Removal form 

Complete and return the Graffiti Removal Release and Waiver of Liability Form, either online or via email. Make sure you include the service request number given to you by 311 on this form.

• Submit via email: Download the Graffiti Removal Release and Waiver of Liability Form and email the completed form to DPW
• Submit online: Use the form below to submit your request online. on this page or by downloading the form and sending it by email.

Find answers to frequent questions in the Graffiti Removal FAQs.

Graffiti Removal Release and Waiver of Liability Online Form

The City of Baltimore is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all. To help achieve this goal, the Department of Public Works (DPW) seeks your permission to remove graffiti from your property. By quickly responding to incidents of vandalism and taking steps to prevent future graffiti, we encourage you to help ensure our communities remain attractive and a welcoming place to live, work and visit.

Questions or concerns?

We're here to help. Please call DPW-Solid Waste at 410-396-5134 or email the Department of Public Works.