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Traffic Control Permit

Permit Extensions! For permit extensions please submit a new request attaching the latest copy of the previously approved stamped permit. Please indicate in the description field dates required for the extension when uploading the attachment. After three (3) extensions a new filled out and signed DS-269 form is required.

Traffic Control permits are required for all public improvement projects, construction projects or other work encroaching into the public right-of-way, including the sidewalks, parking spaces, medians, alleys and streets. A traffic control permit is also required for installing a temporary dumpster in the public right-of-way. This permit allows for the temporary use of a street, sidewalk or parking lane for business.

Plan Your Project

What You Should Know

View a SAMPLE No Parking Sign.
A Noise Permit is required for work on evenings, holidays and Sundays.

Fees

Traffic Control Permit – Fees depend upon the scope of work ( Information Bulletin 177)
Traffic Control Permit fee for dumpsters ( Information Bulletin 177)

Exemptions

No exemptions. Permits may be revoked or denied by the City Engineer for violations.

Inspections

All permits are subject to City inspections.

Apply for a Permit

Step 1

Step 2

Read the requirements for PDF file uploads.

Not following the PDF requirements will delay project review and approval.

Step 3

Traffic Control Plan/Permit Form (DS-269)
Project Contacts Information (DS-345)
Submit a Traffic Control Plan.
Noise Permit may be required.

Step 4

Your PDF documents MUST meet our upload requirements. See Step 2 for more info.

Step 5

Apply for the permit

You will be required to upload the completed documents from Step 3. Submitting without all the requirements will result in delays.

Additional Resources

Traffic Control Plan/Permit Form (DS-269)
SAMPLE No Parking Sign
Information Bulletin 177 - How to Obtain a Public Right-of-Way Permit for Traffic Control
Dumpster Placement Criteria - Requirements for placing a dumpster in a Public Right-of-Way
Typical Dumpster Layout
Multiple Location List