Home businesses in Montgomery County, MD
Three tiers: no-impact (5 visits a week, no in-person sales) needs registration. Low-impact (1 non-resident employee, 20 visits a week, a third of eligible space up to 1,500 sq ft). Major-impact (2 non-resident employees, 35 visits a week, 8 a day) needs conditional use approval.
A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Montgomery County before you build.
The details
- DPS issues home occupation registrations and certificates.Medium confidence
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Common questions
- Can I run a business from home in Montgomery County?
- Three tiers: no-impact (5 visits a week, no in-person sales) needs registration. Low-impact (1 non-resident employee, 20 visits a week, a third of eligible space up to 1,500 sq ft). Major-impact (2 non-resident employees, 35 visits a week, 8 a day) needs conditional use approval.
Sources
- Montgomery County Zoning Ordinance Article 59-3 use standards (Zoneomics copy of the official text). Checked 2026-10-21
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Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal or professional advice for any one property. Codes change. SetbackIQ is not a zoning determination, a permit, or a survey, and it does not replace an architect, engineer, or lawyer. Confirm with your building and zoning offices before you build, buy, or sign a contract.