Encroachment Permits

To perform any work in the City Right-of-Way (ROW), such as removing or replacing a sidewalk or a driveway approach, a property owner or their contractor must first obtain an encroachment permit prior to starting work.  

How to Apply:

• Preferred: Email your application to the Permit Technician, or call (650) 652-2706
• Or in person at the Engineering Division at City Hall

Permit Processing Schedule:

• Mondays and Fridays: Permit intake only (no processing on these days)
• Tuesdays through Thursdays: Applications are reviewed and processed from 9:00am to 4:30pm. 

Costs Involved:

• A non-refundable encroachment permit fee is required.
• A refundable security deposit is also required and will be returned if the work passes City inspection, per City standards and specifications.

How is the Cost Calculated?

• Fees and deposits are based on the City's Encroachment Permit Computation Worksheet.

Inspection Schedule:

Inspections will be conducted only between 1pm through 4pm time frame. Please call 650-259-2380 to schedule inspections.

• Contractors and Supply Distributors List (PDF)
• Encroachment Fee Computation Worksheet (PDF)
• Encroachment Permit Application (PDF) (click on this link to fill out and submit an encroachment permit application before making the trip into City Hall)
• Grading/Hauling Permit Application (PDF)
• Insurance Requirements (PDF)
• Learn more about the Public Works Standards
• Notice to Property Owners (PDF) (Required only if property owner obtains permit)
• Transportation Permit (PDF)