The Community Hygiene Division Inspection and regulates hygiene establishments, such as cosmetology salons which include braiding, nail and esthetics operations. Before you can open and operate a cosmetology salon or barber shop you must receive a passing inspection .

To begin this process, please send the following documents to the Community Hygiene Division either by email at [email protected] or by fax to (202) 535-1359 and be sure to include your name and contact information:

Bedding and Upholstery Regulations 

• Bedding Regulations 100
• Bedding Regulations 200