Permits & Inspections

Expedited Requests
The Permits & Inspections Division does not presently have sufficient staffing levels to consistently meet published target review timeframes for expedited requests. To ensure the division can adhere to the CPDS Customer Bill of Rights and deliver the best quality service to all of our customers, the following measures are being implemented, effective Monday, June 12, 2023:

The “Quick Start” program is temporarily suspended. No applications will be considered for Quick Start until further notice.
Requests for expedited review of plans will not be accommodated until further notice.
For any questions, contact Chris Dempwolf at cdempwolf@rockvillemd.gov.
CLOSURE ADVISORY
Please note that on Wednesday, June 14, front-line staff will be unavailable to assist you from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. due to training. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Administrative Bulletin
An Administrative Bulletin has been posted for the Substantial Addition and Reconstruction Process (revised Jan. 11, 2023). Please visit the Administrative Bulletins page to view the bulletin.
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Both commercial and residential properties in the City of Rockville are required to obtain permits before starting construction projects related to electrical, plumbing, mechanical, structural work and more.

Work in or adjacent to the public right-of-way or impacting trees or stormwater facilities also requires permits.

Most permits also require one or more inspections before work is considered complete and final. Construction in Rockville is regulated by the city’s Municipal Code and Charter and Maryland Fire Prevention Code, among other codes and regulations.

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Search for permits and inspection history or check the status of a current or pending permit.

Virtual Permit Applications

If you need an extension on an existing permit, you can complete our online permit extension request.

If you need to review records, you can complete our request to review records form.

Customer resources

ISD Fees (effective Feb. 7, 2022)

Plan/Document Submittal Requirements

Sign Posting Procedure - Single Family

Sign Verification Inspection Notification

Plans Resubmission Form

Sample Contractor Award Letter

MGO Other Associated People Letter

Review Timeframes

Homeowner Electrician's Exam Guidance Document

Permit Type	Required Documents	Virtual Application
New Single Family Dwelling Permit		Apply for Permit
Shed Permit	Architectural and Structural Checklist Property Plot Plan Architectural and Structural Drawings Homeowner Authorization Letter if applicable	Apply for Permit
Fence Permit	Architectural and Structural Checklist Property Plot Plan Architectural and Structural Drawings Homeowner Authorization Letter if applicable	Apply for Permit
Deck Permit	Architectural and Structural Checklist Property Plot Plan Architectural and Structural Drawings Homeowner Authorization Letter if applicable	Apply for Permit
Residential Construction Permit (additions, alterations, etc	Architectural and Structural Checklist Property Plot Plan Architectural and Structural Drawings Homeowner Authorization Letter if applicable	Apply for Permit
Commercial Construction Permit	Building Design Checklist Approved Site Plan Architectural and Structural Drawings	Apply for Permit
Trades
Electrical Permit associated with existing BLD permit	Electrical Permit Application	email to permits@rockvillemd.gov
Electrical Permit (Associated with Building Permit)		Apply for Permit Make sure to click Add permit to existing project button
Electrical Permit		Apply for Permit
Mechanical Permit associated with existing BLD permit	Mechanical Permit Application	email to permits@rockvillemd.gov
Mechanical Permit (Associated with Building Permit)		Apply for Permit Make sure to click Add permit to existing project button
Mechanical Permit		Apply for Permit
Plumbing Permit associated with existing BLD permit	Plumbing Permit Application	email to permits@rockvillemd.gov
Plumbing Permit (Associated with Building Permit)		Apply for Permit Make sure to click Add permit to existing project button
Plumbing Permit		Apply for Permit
Miscellaneous
Occupancy Permit		Apply for Permit
Sign Permit		Apply for Permit
Temporary Use Permit	Temporary Use Application	Apply for Permit
Temporary Outdoor Dining Permit Application/ Public Works Permit Application	Must have an existing Occupancy permit	Apply for Permit
Fire
Fire Protection Services		Apply for Permit
Public Works Permits
Utility Permit	Utility Permit Checklist	Apply for Permit
Public Works Permit: Public Improvements	Site Plan Bond Form	Permit Page Apply for Permit
Public Works Permit: Protection of Right-of-Way	Site Plan Bond Form	Permit Page Apply for Permit
Sediment and Erosion Control Permit	Sediment and Erosion Control Plan Checklist	Permit Page Apply for Permit
Stormwater Management Permit	Stormwater Management Checklist	Permit Page Apply for Permit
Licenses
Rental License	Rental License Application Lead Compliance Form	Apply for Permit
Master Plumber License	License for Reciprocity Proof of Insurance Plumber License Application with notarized seal	Apply for Permit
Gasfitter License	License for Reciprocity Proof of Insurance Gasfitter License Application with notarized seal	Apply for Permit Sign Verification Inspection Notification

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