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Permits & Inspections
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Expedited RequestsThe 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.
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Building Permit and License Fees to IncreaseThe Mayor and Council have voted to restructure and increase building permit and license fees to address growing expenses from development-related city services and the cost of new efficiency-oriented technology. The increases apply to all permits and licenses applied for after July 1, 2023. View the fee schedule or learn more about the fee increases.
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Administrative BulletinAn 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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Still have questions? Contact:
Permits and Inspections
Permits and Inspections
240-314-8240
111 Maryland Ave.
Rockville, MD 20850
Rockville, MD 20850
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
For a second opinion from a supervisor or the director as described in the Customer Bill of Rights.
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 for records form (updated Oct. 12, 2023).
Customer resources
| Permit Type | Required Documents | Virtual Application |
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| 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 Building Permit) | Apply for Permit Make sure to click Add permit to existing project button | |
| Electrical Permit | Apply for Permit | |
| Mechanical Permit (Associated with Building Permit) | Air conditioners, heat pumps, and emergency generators in single-unit detached residential zones must be accompanied by a house location survey, drawn to scale, showing the location of the unit and the distance from all property lines to ensure compliance with setbacks | Apply for Permit Make sure to click Add permit to existing project button |
| Mechanical Permit | Air conditioners, heat pumps, and emergency generators in single-unit detached residential zones must be accompanied by a house location survey, drawn to scale, showing the location of the unit and the distance from all property lines to ensure compliance with setbacks | Apply for Permit |
| 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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