Tanning | Licensing & Permit Process
A tanning facility is any place where a tanning device is used for a fee, membership dues,or any other compensation.
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Who and when must one apply for a tanning permit?
Any person who wants to operate a tanning facility in Montgomery County must obtain a license. A l icense must be obtained before operating a tanning facility.
How does one obtain a tanning facility license? Is there a fee?
Applications and information on the required attachments are available - Tanning Facility application. See the Montgomery County 2022 Fee schedule to determine the appropriate fee.
What is the process for applying for a Tanning Facility license?
- Apply online or download and complete the Application: Tanning Facility application (PDF)
- The application and the appropriate fee must be submitted.
- Incomplete applications will be returned to the applicant.
- The permit will be mailed to the applicant.
An inspection must be passed prior to the tanning facility license being issued.
Tanning Process Guide
2. Review
- Have a Plan: to ensure we can process your documentation properly - you must have a plan. - Describe plan type.
- Review: be sure to double check all of your paperwork to ensure faster processing time.
- Submit online: We now offer an easy online form powered by Seamless Docs - (Seamless Docs sign up and documentation).We provide online applications to decrease the use of paper and our impact on the environment. PDF applications should be mailed to Licensure & Regulatory Services office (2425 Reedie Drive, 9th floor, Wheaton, MD 20902) or faxed to 240-777-3088.
3. Approval
If approved you will hear back us within 10 - 14 business days. The final part of the process will be to find the inspector specific to your area.
- 240-777-3986
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