Driveway Permits

Driveway permits are issued for new construction and for improvements to existing driveways--such as paving any existing gravel/earth driveway, or resurfacing an existing paved driveway or access. The intention of the driveway permit is to ensure proper drainage from the private driveway access to the public right-of-way on City accepted streets.

Approval by Planning Department Required

Modifications to driveways for the following must be approved by the Planning Department prior to issuance of a driveway permit by Public Works:

  • Any modification to an existing single family residence when the driveway will be greater than 1,500 square feet
  • Converting green space to a paved surface when the conversion is between 100 and 1,500 square feet.
  • For dwellings that have greater than two units
  • Any commercial establishment

Removal of Existing Curbing

Any driveway modification proposing the removal of existing curbing will require a site inspection and prior approval of the Department of Public Works before the issuance of a permit. The homeowner or the contractor normally obtains the driveway permit.  A representative from the Dept. of Public Works must inspect the work while the contractor is performing the work. Therefore the homeowner/contractor must schedule the inspection a minimum of 24 hours in advance.

Private Developments / Roads

When connecting a driveway to a private road, the driveway permit application is used to confirm that the City’s greenspace requirement is met. The entity that owns the private road (typically a Home Owners’ Association) regulates the driveway’s specifications.       

Resource

City Driveway Policy

Online Permit Applications

To submit an application for a Driveway Permit, click here. 

The DPW has developed a new permit to allow safe, temporary access to those parcels that are being logged or are under construction. It still requires compliance with current zoning regulations and city policies. If you have questions about which permit you require, call us at 528-6379. If you would like to submit an application for a Temporary Logging/Construction Driveway permit, click here.