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Go Green and Save Green With Permit Fee Waivers for Earth Month
Rockville to Waive Fees for Select Home Improvement Permits During April The City of Rockville will mark Earth Month in April by waiving permit fees for certain environmentally friendly home improvements. The city will waive all fees assessed by Rockville’s Inspection Services Division that are directly associated with the residential installation of solar photovoltaic systems,…
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Rockville Advances Zoning Ordinance Update, Seeks Community Input
The City of Rockville is making progress on its initiative to modernize the city’s zoning regulations and map, a project that includes updating the text of the zoning ordinance and revising the zoning map. This effort aligns with the goals outlined in the Rockville 2040 Comprehensive Plan, which guides the city’s long-term growth and development. …
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Last Chance for Budget Input as Mayor and Council Continue Work
The Mayor and Council hold their final scheduled Fiscal Year 2026 budget work session in early April as the community has its final opportunity to provide budget input. Monday, April 7 is the last day to provide input via the community budget priorities survey and budget public record. The Mayor and Council are scheduled to…
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Sewer Backups and What the City Can Do for You
When it comes to homeowner nightmares, few things are more stressful, inconvenient or damaging than having a sewer backup or water discharge into your home. The city actively tries to educate the public that fats, oils and grease — also known as FOG — as well as wipes can cause blockages in sanitary sewer lines.…
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Rockville is Ready: Mayor and Council Approve Plan to Speed Adoption of Electric Vehicles
The Mayor and Council on March 24 adopted an Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan that contains 26 actions to help support the transition from combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles for City of Rockville residents, businesses and visitors. The plan identifies how the city can work with county, state and federal programs toward rapid adoption of…
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Vision Zero Makes Progress with Improvements and Public Meetings
Virtual Meeting April 30 to Discuss Bike Facilities Vision Zero planning and projects are making progress as Rockville continues creating safer travel routes for all. A virtual public meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30 for staff to share three proposed alternatives to add bicycle facilities along East Jefferson Street between Rollins Avenue…
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Rockville Advances Key Housing and Community Initiatives
Rockville’s Department of Housing and Community Development is making strides in advancing housing initiatives and community support programs, following strategic planning and Mayor and Council work sessions. As Rockville advances these initiatives, residents can expect continued engagement and policy updates designed to strengthen housing access, affordability and economic opportunity throughout the city. Learn more about…
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Working on a Historic Property? You Could Qualify for a Tax Credit
Restoring or repairing the outside of a historic home? Preserving the exterior of a historic structure? You could be eligible for a property tax credit. Rockville participates in a tax credit program for local structures designated as historic. If your property in Rockville is designated by the city as historic and you spent at least…
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Drug Take Back Day: Drive Up, Drop Off Unwanted Medication
The Rockville City Police Department offers a safe, free and anonymous way to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs on Sunday, April 27. City police will accept leftover — including expired — prescription drugs from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Rockville City Police Station parking lot at 2 W. Montgomery Ave. RCPD officers and members of…