Residential Special Inspections Program

What is the certification program?

The program allows DPS approved architects, engineers or inspection services companies to perform footing, waterproofing/foundation drainage and concrete floors on ground inspections on residential* sites.

How does one become authorized to perform inspections in Montgomery County?

Applicant submits an application indicating experience in structural design and inspections of construction work related to these three inspections. A copy of current Maryland engineer or architect license is required.

What is the process?

After the approval of the application, the applicant is issued an inspector number along with inspection procedures.

What will it cost?

There is no cost.

What are my responsibilities after the authorization is granted?

Authorized inspectors ensure that footings, waterproofing/foundation drainage and concrete floors on ground conform to Montgomery County Code requirements. After conducting on-site inspections, he/she completes Residential Special Inspection Report/Certification and provides original to permittee or property owner for submission to DPS.

*Applies to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair of one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses not more than three stories above grade plane in height with separate means of egress and their accessory buildings or structures