When does a bed and breakfast lodge need to register?

All bed and breakfast lodges must register with the Department of Permitting Services as provided for in the Montgomery County Zoning Ordinance.

What is the application process?

The applicant submits a letter to The Department of Permitting Services stating the following:

• Name, Address
• Number of Guest Rooms
• Lot Area
• Floor Area of House
• Floor Area of Guest Rooms
• Parking Spaces Provided in Connection with the Operation
• Copy of Special Exception Opinion (if required)
• Copy of Final Approval From the Department of Health, Licensing & Regulatory Services Division, (240) 777-3986.

The Department of Permitting Services will respond to the applicant with a letter stating approval or denial of the Bed and Breakfast Lodging Certificate.

What will the cost be?

There is no cost to the applicant at this time.

When will notification of Bed and Breakfast Lodging Certificate approval or denial be given?

The normal processing time is two weeks from receipt of letter. This time frame could vary depending upon completeness of the application and workload demands. The certificate is valid for the duration of the operation and is non-renewable.