Applications | Licensure & Regulatory Services
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:
- Register for an account on the CivicGov Resident Portal
- Click the "Online" link for the application to start your submission.
Resident Portal Tip Sheets
Register for a Portal Account
Apply for a License
Reset Portal Password
Make a Credit Card Payment
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, |
| Plan Review for Building or Remodeling Food Service Facility | Online, |
| Food Service Plan Review Checklist | |
| Certified Food Service Manager | PDF Must apply in person |
| Farmer's Market | Online, |
| Mobile Food Service (New) | Online, |
| Mobile Food Service (Renew) | Online, |
| Special Food Service Facility License (Temporary Event) | Online, |
Helpful Resources
Appeal Process for Food Service Facility Decisions
Certified Food Services Manager Fact Sheet
Special Food Facility Sanitation Requirements - English
Special Food Facility Sanitation Requirements - Spanish
Certified Food Services Manager Fact Sheet
Special Food Facility Sanitation Requirements - English
Special Food Facility Sanitation Requirements - Spanish
Health Care Facilities
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.
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, |
| Pool Operator Application | PDF Must apply in person |
| Pool Management Company Registration | Online, |
| Pool Operating Permit | Online, |
| Pool Plan Review Submittal Form | Online, |
| Virginia Graeme Baker Act Facility Review Application | Online, |
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, |
| Body Works License | Online, |
| Enterprise License | Online, |
| Massage Therapist License | Must apply in person |
| Private Educational Institution License | Online, |
| Raffle Permit | Online, |
| Recreational Camp License | Online |
| Tanning Facility License | Online, |
| Transient Lodging License | Online, |
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.