Permit Catalog

The City of Rockville issues permits for work relating to construction on new and existing structures, as well as work within the public right-of-way. 

Most permits can be completed online. Once received, the city will review your permit application and contact you about adjustments needed or approval. 

Residential Construction
For construction or modification to existing single-family homes, including detached homes, townhouses and duplexes.
Fences
For new or altered residential fences.
Accessory Buildings
For new or altered residential sheds and other accessory buildings.
Decks
For new or altered residential decks.
Commercial (including fences, decks, and accessory buildings)
For major construction or modification projects including office buildings, restaurants, hotels, retail stores, apartments and community centers.
Occupancy
Required for commercial buildings changing use or ownership or residential buildings with rental units or seeking to create rental units.
Signs
For all new or altered permanent business signs.
Temporary Outdoor Dining
An expedited administrative process to review and approve applications for newly created or expanded temporary outdoor dining in response to the COVID pandemic.
Demolition
Required prior to demolishing all or part of a structure.
Temporary Structure
Required for any temporary construction-related structures including temporary tents, trailers and offices.
Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing
For all permits relating to electrical, mechanical and plumbing including lighting, heating and cooling, water lines, sewer connections and more.
Historic Properties
For alterations or modifications specific to historic properties including tree removal, fences, exterior work and more.
Streets, Driveway and Right-of-Way
For modifications, additions or new installations made to a driveway or street, including temporary closures that are within or adjacent to the city's public right-of-way.
Trees and Environment
For any work impacting the environment, including sediment control and forestry.