Tree Canopy

The City of Rockville provides rebates to single family residences, homeowners associations, condominium associations and non-profits for planting native trees and other practices.

Eligible properties are offered a financial rebate of $150 per tree, with a maximum rebate per property of $600. To receive a rebate you must apply prior to planting your tree and retain and submit itemized receipts and/or final invoices for all project costs. The rebate amount cannot exceed documented costs.

Trees must be planted after September 15 and before May 30 to be eligible for a rebate.

 Benefits:

  • Increase property value
  • Shade homes and protect against cold during the winter
  • Filter pollutants out of runoff
  • Stabilize soils
  • Provide habitat for birds, butterflies and beneficial insects
 Still have questions? Contact: 

RainScapes Coordinator
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240-314-8877
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rainscapes@rockvillemd.gov
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111 Maryland Ave.
Rockville, MD 20850
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Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Application Process

Verify Residency

Not all Rockville addresses are qualified residents. Check to make sure you're a resident by using our address check map.


 

Review Tree Requirements

Check to verify the tree you'd like to plant is on the approved tree list.

The City of Rockville restricts the types of trees you can plant to protect our natural ecosystem Review the species restrictions.


Fill out Application

Complete the online application with all additional materials.

Alternatively, you can download the application and mail it to:

ATTN: Rockville RainScapes Rewards Program
111 Maryland Avenue
Rockville, MD 20850



Resources

How to Plant Your Trees

Landscape Professionals List

Tree Care Guide