Encroachment Permits
Encroachment Permit Requirements
Encroachment Permits are required any time a person wishes to encroach upon a city right-of-way (sidewalk or street). For example, an encroachment permit would be required for events including, but not limited to:
- Sidewalk, curb, and gutter installation or repair
- Closing parking spaces for specific uses
- Driveway installation
- Trenching in a city street
- Power-washing and/or painting a building where yu need to put up ladderd or scaffolding on the sidewalk
- Window washing where you need to put up scaffolding on the sidewalk
- Event that would require the closure of a city street
Encroachment Permit Process
The Following procedures must be followed in order to obtain a city encroachment permit.
- Obtain a city encroachment permit application by clicking on the link on this page, or by calling 707-668-5655 to have one faxed or mailed to you
- Complete form and return to City Hall along with proof of liability insurance listing the City as an additional insured for $1,000,000 by policy endorsement (the city needs a copy of the endorsement) Please allow a minimum of 10 days for processing of permit
- Pay the appropriate fee - $350.00
- You will be notified once the permit has been approved
