Encroachment Permits

An encroachment permit is required for any construction, repair, or maintenance of pipes, cables, conduits, etc. located within the public right-of-way (ROW). Examples:

• Sewer reconnection
• Water connection
• Sidewalk replacement
• Street cut
  • Trench Cut Fees

  Please note that prior to an encroachment permit issuance, improvement plan approved, or work performed causes an excavation of a paved city street, the applicant shall pay a trench restoration fee.

In addition, an encroachment permit is required when equipment needs to cross or be placed in the ROW during construction on private property. Examples:

• Equipment crossing a sidewalk during pool construction
• Vehicles using a bike path to access a property
• Construction dumpster or portable toilet placed on a street adjacent to a construction site 

Other cases requiring permitting:

• Construction water/hydrant meter/water use
• Transportation Permit / Oversize Load

Durable Encroachment Permits

A durable encroachment permit is needed for any permanent fixture owned by a private company that is within the public right-of-way. Examples:

• Outdoor seating for restaurants
• Sculptures
• Private communication lines

Trench Cut Fees

Trench cut fees will be applied to a permit any time construction in the street requires a cut in the pavement. Please see the flyer for more information.