May is the 39th year for Building Safety Month, a campaign to raise awareness about safe and sustainable structures. This year’s theme for the international campaign is “No code. No confidence.” “Building Safety Month is a chance to celebrate the entire building safety community and to educate others about the
The city is scheduled to resurface roads in the East Rockville and Twinbrook neighborhoods, beginning in mid-May and continuing for about four months, depending on the weather. “No parking” signs will be posted within 48 hours of the start of work. Temporary traffic stoppages are necessary for safety but should
The Mayor and Council will hold a follow-up discussion, Monday, June 17, on the former RedGate Golf Course property. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. in the Mayor and Council chambers at City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave.
A workshop will be held in May so the public can learn more about proposed revisions to regulations that govern accessory buildings, apartments and dwelling units. The workshop will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 29 in the Mayor and Council chambers at City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave.
Revisions to how Rockville regulates commercial signs are open to input from the public at a hearing before the Mayor and Council at 7 p.m. Monday, May 13. The purpose of the proposed revisions is to address some regulatory issues and allow for more flexible designs. The original sign code
The Rockville Planning Commission will hold a final information session ahead of three public hearings in May and June for its draft of the Comprehensive Plan. The interactive information session will help the public understand the contents of the draft plan and allow staff to answer questions about the plan’s
The City of Rockville wants to hear from the public about what they’d like to see happen at a 7.32-acre former shopping center at the corner of Wootton Parkway and Hurley Avenue. The Rockshire Village Center site, which was once anchored by a Giant food store, has been mostly empty
The Planning and Development Services Department will hold three feedback sessions that will seek input from homeowners, builders, developers, neighborhood associations, civic groups and the public on recommended short-term improvements to Rockville’s development review and permitting process. Those interested can attend any of the sessions, which will be held from
Bicycle parking means business. Studies show that businesses with bicycle parking near their storefront get a measurable sales boost. Business owners who lack bicycle parking near their shop or office could qualify for a rack — provided and installed for free by the City of Rockville — under the city’s
Bicycle parking means business. Studies show that businesses with bicycle parking near their storefront get a measurable sales boost. Business owners who lack bicycle parking near their shop or office could qualify for a rack — provided and installed for free by the City of Rockville — under the city’s
The Rockville City Police Department hosted events throughout 2024 to engage with the community while continuing to provide a high level of service, interim Chief Jason L. West wrote in the department’s 2024 annual report that was released in
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
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
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