Driveways and front-yard parking in Montgomery County, MD
Any vehicle or trailer parked in front of the house must be on a surfaced area, capped at 30% of the area or 320 sq ft in R-200 and R-90 and 35% or 320 sq ft in R-60 and R-40. The driveway apron in the right-of-way needs a permit.
A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Montgomery County before you build.
The details
- Driveways on the property need no building permit.High confidence
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Common questions
- How much of the front yard can I pave or park on in Montgomery County?
- Any vehicle or trailer parked in front of the house must be on a surfaced area, capped at 30% of the area or 320 sq ft in R-200 and R-90 and 35% or 320 sq ft in R-60 and R-40. The driveway apron in the right-of-way needs a permit.
Sources
- Montgomery County DPS, Permits Required / No Permits Required (2024). Checked 2026-10-21
[Likely requires a permit:] Accessory Structure; Deck; Driveway (apron only); Electrical Work; Exterior Work on Historic Property; Fence; Garage; Hot Tub; HVAC Heating (replacing); Land Disturbance (greater than 5,000 square feet or 100 cubic yards or more …
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