Sierra Madre, CA · Los Angeles County
Excavation and Encroachment Permit Application
Property owners, contractors, and utilities use this application to request permission for excavation or encroachment work in Sierra Madre’s public right-of-way.
What this form is
Use this application before digging, building, or placing items in Sierra Madre’s public right-of-way, including streets, sidewalks, parkways, and alleys. It asks for project location and work details, applicant, owner, and contractor information, supporting plans and documents, and insurance information. City staff set fees and deposits; the application also describes inspection requirements and permit conditions.
Who needs it
Property owners, contractors, and utilities doing excavation or placing items in Sierra Madre’s public right-of-way need to apply for this permit.
How to submit it
Email the application to [email protected] or submit it in person to the Department of Public Works at 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Provide insurance documents and pay the fees as required before the city issues the permit.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Excavation and Encroachment Permit Application for Sierra Madre.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the sections that apply, including project, applicant, owner, contractor, and work-scope details.
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Gather Plans And Documents
Attach applicable plans and documents listed in the application, such as owner authorization or a USA 811 ticket.
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Submit To The City
Email the application to [email protected] or deliver it in person to the Department of Public Works at 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Frequently asked questions
- What work does this permit application cover?
- It covers excavation, such as digging or cutting pavement, and encroachment, such as placing equipment or materials in the public right-of-way.
- Who should complete the application?
- A property owner, contractor, or utility doing the described work should apply. The application asks for project, applicant, owner, contractor, and work-scope information.
- Do I need a notary for the Excavation and Encroachment Permit Application?
- No. This application is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Excavation and Encroachment Permit Application?
- Email it to [email protected] or submit it in person to the Department of Public Works at 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Provide required insurance documents and pay fees.
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This Excavation and Encroachment Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Sierra Madre form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.