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Permits & Inspections
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.
Permits and Inspections


Rockville, MD 20850

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 Type | Required Documents | Virtual Application |
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Residential Construction Permit | Residential 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 Application | Must have an existing Occupancy permit | Apply for Permit |
Electrical Permit (Associated with Building Permit) | Electrical Permit Application | Apply for Permit |
Electrical Permit (Residential Stand alone) | None | Apply for Permit |
Fire Protection Services | FPS Applications | |
Mechanical Permit (Associated with Building Permit) | Mechanical Permit Application | Apply for Permit |
Mechanical Permit (Residential Stand alone) | None | Apply for Permit |
Plumbing Permit (Associated with Building Permit) | Plumbing Permit Application | Apply for Permit |
Plumbing Permit (Residential Stand alone) | None | Apply 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 Permit | Utility Permit Checklist | Apply for Permit |
Sign Permit | Sign Permit Application | Apply for Permit |
Temporary Use Permit | Temporary Use Application | Apply for Permit |
Rental License | Rental License Application Lead Compliance Form | Apply for Permit |
Master Electrician License | Master Electrician License Application | Apply for License |
Master Plumber License | Master Plumber Application | Apply for License |
Gasfitter License | Gasfitter License Application | Apply 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.