We provide online applications to decrease the use of paper and our impact on the environment. Applications for two licenses--Certified Food Manager and Pool Operator--must be completed in person at the Licensure & Regulatory Services office (2425 Reedie Drive, 9th floor, Wheaton). 

Accessing applications online is a two-step process:

  1. Register for an account on the CivicGov Resident Portal
  2. Click the "Online" link for the application to start your submission.
PDF applications should be mailed to Licensure & Regulatory Services office (2425 Reedie Drive, 9th floor, Wheaton, MD 20902) or faxed to 240-777-3088.

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Food Service Licenses

Any person planning to distribute, prepare, handle, or dispense food for public consumption with or without charge.
Food Service Licenses Format
Food Service Facility License Application (New, Renewal or Change of Ownership) Online,
PDF
Plan Review for Building or Remodeling Food Service Facility Online,
PDF
Food Service Plan Review Checklist PDF
Certified Food Service Manager PDF
Must apply in person
Farmer's Market Online,
PDF
Mobile Food Service (New) Online,
PDF
Mobile Food Service (Renew) Online,
PDF
Special Food Service Facility License (Temporary Event) Online,
PDF

Helpful Resources


Health Care Facilities

Health Care Facilities Applications Format
Group Home License Application Packet (New) Online,
PDF
Group Home License Application Packet (Renewal) Online,
PDF
Hospital, Nursing Home & Domiciliary License Application Online ,
PDF

Swimming Pool Licenses

Licenses Are Renewed Annually
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services inspects public swimming pools and spas to monitor health and safety conditions.

ADA Affidavit Required
All pool owners must submit the ADA affidavit for compliance. Failure to do so will result in the pool application being denied.
Swimming Pool Licenses Format
ADA Pool Affidavit Online,
PDF
Pool Operator Application PDF
Must apply in person
Pool Management Company Registration Online,
PDF
Pool Operating Permit Online,
PDF
Pool Plan Review Submittal Form Online,
PDF
Virginia Graeme Baker Act Facility Review Application Online,
PDF

Helpful Resources

Certified Swimming Pool Operators Fact Sheet Pool Operator Courses Approved by Maryland      Department of Health (PDF)
Pool Pre-Opening Checklist (PDF)
Reinspection Request
Maryland Department of Health Aquatic Facility    Information

 

Miscellaneous Licenses
& Permits

Miscellaneous Licenses Format
Bingo License Online,
PDF
Body Works License Online,
PDF
Enterprise License Online,
PDF
Massage Therapist License Must apply in person
Private Educational Institution License Online,
PDF
Raffle Permit Online,
PDF
Recreational Camp License Online
Tanning Facility License Online,
PDF
Transient Lodging License Online,
PDF

Video Game Licenses

A video game license must be obtained for each video game and a video game registration must be obtained for the establishment prior to operating any video games kept for public entertainment.
Video Game Licenses Format
Video Game License (Owner) Online,
PDF
Video Game License (Establishment) Online,
PDF