Grading, easements and demolition in Montgomery County, MD
Land disturbance over 5,000 sq ft or 100 cubic yards needs a sediment control permit. Demolition needs a DPS permit and, on historic property, a HAWP.
A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Montgomery County before you build.
The details
- Sediment control thresholds from the DPS permit list.High confidence
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Common questions
- When do grading, easements or tearing something down need approval in Montgomery County?
- Land disturbance over 5,000 sq ft or 100 cubic yards needs a sediment control permit. Demolition needs a DPS permit and, on historic property, a HAWP.
Sources
- Montgomery County DPS, Permits Required list (land disturbance). Checked 2026-10-21
Land Disturbance (greater than 5,000 square feet or 100 cubic yards or more of earth movement) [likely requires a permit].
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