Permit Types - Right-of-Way Permit

When is a permit required?

Anytime you occupy, use, or engage in any activity in a public right-of-way including:

Excavation in paved and unpaved areas Installation of above and below ground facilities Activity that obstructs or impedes traffic

When is a permit not required?

Maintenance activity that makes no material change to the footprint of an existing facility or structure, makes no material change to the surface or sub-surface of a right-of-way, and does not disrupt or impede traffic. Work governed by a permit issued by the Department of Inspections & Permits or governed by a Public Works Agreement.

Prohibited Conduct:

Drainage from private property should not be discharged into a County sidewalk, roadway or roadway storm drain. This includes both sump pumps and raingutter downspouts. Private irrigation systems are not permitted within County rights-of-way. Private fencing is not permitted within County rights-of-way. Private utilities require the grant of an easement prior to occupancy in County rights-of-way. For more information on this any other types of permits, contact Your Permit Solution! Source: AACounty.org