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 (PDF). 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 a platform powered by CivicGov for filing an application and paying fees online. We provide this digital platform to decrease the use of paper and our impact on the environment. PDF applications should be mailed to the 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.
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