Permits & Inspections

IMPORTANT ADVISORY
While City Hall is closed during COVID-19, some permits and licenses will be issued virtually using our virtual permit portal.

To find all available applications and required submittal documents for virtual permits, use the table below.

All documents must be compressed to a size under 25MB. For questions, contact 240-314-8240.  

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.

Still have questions? Contact: 

Permits and Inspections
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240-314-8240
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permits@rockvillemd.gov
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111 Maryland Ave.
Rockville, MD 20850
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Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

For a second opinion from a supervisor or the director as described in the Customer Bill of Rights.

Virtual Permit Applications

We are working to make all our permits available through the virtual permit portal. If the permit you need is not available through the portal, email your permit materials to submitpermit@rockvillemd.gov..

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.

To view a copy of the fee schedule, click here.

Permit TypeRequired DocumentsVirtual Application
Residential Construction PermitResidential Construction Application with Signature

Architectural and Structural Checklist

Road Tree Affidavit

Property Plot Plan

Architectural and Structural Drawings		Apply for Permit

Submit revised or amended plans for a permit in process
Commercial Construction Permit
(Including fences, sheds and decks)
Commercial Construction Application

Building Design Checklist

Road Tree Affidavit

Approved Site Plan

Architectural and Structural Drawings
Apply for Permit

Submit revised or amended plans for a permit in process
Temporary Outdoor Dining Permit Application/ Public Works Permit ApplicationMust have an existing Occupancy permitApply for Permit
Electrical Permit
(Associated with Building Permit)		Electrical Permit ApplicationApply for Permit
Electrical Permit
(Residential Stand alone)
NoneApply for Permit

Fire Protection Services
FPS Applications

Mechanical Permit
(Associated with Building Permit)
Mechanical Permit ApplicationApply for Permit
Mechanical Permit
(Residential Stand alone)		NoneApply for Permit

Plumbing Permit
(Associated with Building Permit)
Plumbing Permit ApplicationApply for Permit
Plumbing Permit
(Residential Stand alone)		NoneApply for Permit
Shed Permit
(Residential Only)		Architectural and Structural Checklist

Road Tree Affidavit

Property Plot Plan

Architectural and Structural Drawings
Apply for Permit

Fence Permit
(Residential Only)
Architectural and Structural Checklist

Road Tree Affidavit

Property Plot Plan

Architectural and Structural Drawings
Apply for Permit

Deck Permit
(Residential Only)		Architectural and Structural Checklist

Road Tree Affidavit

Property Plot Plan

Architectural and Structural Drawings
Apply for Permit

Occupancy Permit
(Only use when not associated with a building permit. If a building permit is required, submit the occupancy permit along with the commercial construction application.)		Occupancy Application
Apply for Permit
Utility PermitUtility Permit ChecklistApply for Permit
Sign PermitSign Permit ApplicationApply for Permit
Temporary Use PermitTemporary Use ApplicationApply for Permit
Rental License Rental License Application
Lead Compliance Form		Apply for Permit
Master Electrician LicenseMaster Electrician License ApplicationApply for License
Master Plumber LicenseMaster Plumber ApplicationApply for License
Gasfitter LicenseGasfitter License ApplicationApply for License

Contractor Licenses

Plumbers and electricians performing work in the city must hold valid master license with the city and are required to have their work inspected. Heating and cooling contractors with a mechanical permit may perform furnace and air conditioning work.

Contractor Letter of Authorization

Effective January 1, 2020, the City of Rockville will require an authorization letter be completed for all in person electrical applications and permit issuance. 

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

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