How to get a permit

Follow these steps to get a sidewalk inspection permit.

1. Complete the application for a sidewalk inspection permit.
   • Apply for a sidewalk inspection permit
2. Pay your permit fees.
   

   • Permit fees are due when we process your permit.
   • We base your permit fee on the scope of your work for your project.
     
     • Contact our Finance Department to pay your permit fees
     • Your permit is valid once we process your payment.
3. Wait for us to validate your permit.
   • Your permit is valid once we process your payment.
4. Schedule pre-construction meeting with the Sidewalk Inspector.
   • The Sidewalk Inspector is listed on the permit.
5. An obstruction/Lane use permit is required for each location.
6. You can begin the work once:
   • Your permit is valid.
   • You had a pre-construction meeting with the Sidewalk Inspector.