Trinidad, CA · Humboldt County

No notary required

Encroachment Permit Application

Applicants and contractors use this application to request permission for work or activities that encroach on Trinidad streets, sidewalks, or other public rights-of-way.

What this form is

The application requests an encroachment permit for activities such as sidewalk or street work, utility work, hydrant rental, and special events. It asks for applicant and contractor details, permit dates, the type and location of the work, and plans; it also includes an indemnity agreement and permit provisions. The form says not to start work until the approved permit is received.

Who needs it

Residents, businesses, or contractors seeking permission for work or activities listed on the application need to complete it.

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; the applicant or contractor signs and dates the permit and signs the indemnity agreement.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Encroachment Permit Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Form

    Enter applicant and contractor information, permit dates, activity type, and the location and description of the work.

  3. 3

    Attach Plans And Sign

    Attach plans as directed, sign and date the application, and sign the indemnity agreement.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the completed application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Trinidad Encroachment Permit Application cover?
It requests permission for activities such as street, sidewalk, utility, and special event work, and asks for applicant, contractor, and project details.
Do I need a notary for the Encroachment Permit Application?
No. The form is signed without a notary; the applicant or contractor signs and dates the permit and signs the indemnity agreement.
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.

Need something notarized?

This Encroachment Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Trinidad form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.