The independent organizations we rely on for standards, specs and permits — plus a partner we recommend for project cleanup. Bookmark these before you plan a driveway, patio, wall or pool deck in Montgomery County.
The body that writes the codes and specifications most U.S. concrete is built to — including ACI 318 and the hot- and cold-weather concreting guides (ACI 305 / 306). Its homeowner and “Concrete Knowledge Center” material explains mix strength, curing and finishing in plain terms.
Visit concrete.org →The trade association for paver and permeable-paver systems. ICPI publishes the technical specs for base depth, edge restraint and joint sand, and runs the installer certification program — a useful check when comparing paver bids.
Visit icpi.org →Montgomery County’s official permitting office. Check here for driveway apron and right-of-way permits, retaining wall and building permit requirements, and inspections before work starts on your property.
Visit Montgomery County DPS →Site walks across Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville, Chevy Chase and Silver Spring are no-charge and no-pressure. Deck sketch and line-item proposal in your inbox inside 72 hours.
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