Customer Support and Outreach
What We Do
The Customer Support and Outreach Division is responsible for all administration and issuance of Building, Land Development and Zoning-related permits, applications and licenses, information requests, predesign consultations, and other specialty services. This Division was formed to provide a multipronged approach to enhance the methods in which DPS services are delivered and to provide enhanced communication for our clients. This heightened focus on customer service will include empowerment of staff to act as facilitators rather than regulators.
Featured Programs
Community Outreach & Public Affairs
Outreach
To request information about DPS events and services, contact Community Outreach Manager Sonya Burke at 240-777-6272.
Educational Series
- A Guide to Building Permits and Home Improvements / (en Espanol)
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Building Safety and Fire Code Compliance Video
- Deck Inspection Video
- Design for Life Podcast Video
- ePlans video: Navigating Basic Functions
- ePlans video: Uploading Files
- ePlans video: Responding and Reviewing Comments
- ePlans video: How to Access and Use Reports
- ePlans video: Downloading Approved Plans
- eSolar for Residential Rooftops Podcast Video
- GIS Maps Podcast Video
- Home Improvements and Permits Podcast Video
- Permitting for Businesses
- Plans Submission Made Easier Podcast Video
- Use and Occupancy Certificates
- Vendor Licenses Podcast Video
- Wednesday Water Webinars