Planning & Development Services

We ensure the safe and orderly development of Rockville from "big picture" visioning to building occupancy.

The Department of Planning and Development Services (PDS) oversees planning, property development and construction activities in Rockville to ensure the vision for the city is achieved. The community expresses this vision through the city’s Master Plan, the Zoning Ordinance and other development regulations. We serve public requests including general zoning or permitting information, historic research, property information and building and fire code interpretations.

Services

Still have questions? Contact:

Planning and Development Services
Director: Ricky Barker, AICP
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240-314-8200
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pds@rockvillemd.gov
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111 Maryland Ave.
Rockville, MD 20850
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Inspection Services
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Planning, Historic
Resources, Housing, and Zoning
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Please Note: PDS staff continue to provide essential services from home during the closure of Rockville City Hall due to COVID-19 virus restrictions. Refer to the applicable city service webpage or contact the department by email to find out more information.

Organizational Structure

The Planning and Development Services (PDS) Department is organized under a set of divisions and programs that focus work priorities and staff expertise. Learn about each one and the staff assigned to them below.

View the PDS Org. Chart

Activity Reports

  1. 2021
  2. 2020
  3. 2019

Inspection Service Permits Filed by Month

  1. February 2021
  2. January 2021
  3. March 2021

Planning Permits Filed by Month

  1. February 2021
  2. January 2021
  3. March 2021
How Do I?

Apply for Development Review

Apply for a Permit, Inspection or License

Learn about Rockville's History

Find the Master Plan

Find Affordable Housing