Hayward, CA · Alameda County
Encroachment Permit Application
This application is for property owners, contractors, or applicants requesting an encroachment permit for work in Hayward’s public right-of-way.
What this form is
The application collects owner, contractor, applicant, and work-site details for proposed work in the public right-of-way. It asks applicants to describe the work, provide an anticipated start date, and select applicable scopes such as street work, drainage, utility services, sidewalk obstruction, or street events. Plans and details may be attached if available or as required.
Who needs it
Property owners, contractors, or other applicants proposing work in Hayward’s public right-of-way can use this application to request an encroachment permit.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the permittee or owner’s agent just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Encroachment Permit Application.
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Complete The Form
Provide owner, contractor, applicant, work-site, anticipated start date, and proposed work details.
- 3
Gather Plans And Details
Attach plans and details if available or as required.
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Sign And Submit
Have the permittee or owner’s agent sign and date the application, then submit it to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Encroachment Permit Application for?
- It collects details about proposed work in the public right-of-way, including the work site, description, anticipated start date, and applicable work scope.
- Who should complete this application?
- The form requests information from the owner, contractor, and applicant, and includes a signature line for the permittee or owner’s agent.
- Do I need a notary for the Encroachment Permit Application?
- No. This document has no notary block or notarized attachment; the permittee or owner’s agent signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the Encroachment Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.