Lake Forest, CA · Orange County
Encroachment Permit Application
This application is for applicants seeking permission to excavate, fill, obstruct, or construct on public property in Lake Forest.
What this form is
Use this form to apply for an encroachment permit for work in the public right of way, including excavation, sidewalk or driveway replacement, paving, and other listed work. It asks for the work location, applicant and contractor details, work dates, approved-plan information, and a description of the work. The form lists insurance documents and three sets of approved plans as required submittals.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing excavation, construction, obstruction, or other listed work in Lake Forest’s public right of way need this application.
How to submit it
Email the completed application to [email protected]. The form lists the Department of Public Works at 100 Civic Center Dr, Lake Forest, California 92630.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the listed insurance documents and approved-plan copies are attachments, and no notarized step is stated.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Lake Forest Encroachment Permit Application.
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Complete The Form
Enter the work location, applicant and contractor details, scheduled work dates, approved-plan title, and specific work description.
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Gather Required Submittals
Include the insurance certificate and endorsements for general liability and workers compensation, plus three sets of approved plans.
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Submit By Email
Email the completed application to [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
- What work does this encroachment permit application cover?
- The form is for work in the public right of way, including excavation, sidewalk or driveway replacement, paving, traffic control or lane closure, storm drain entry, stockpiling, and other work.
- What attachments does the application list?
- The form lists an insurance certificate and endorsements for general liability and workers compensation, plus three sets of approved plans.
- Do I need a notary for the Encroachment Permit Application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates the application without a notary. The listed insurance documents and approved-plan copies are attachments; the form states no notarized step.
- How do I submit the Encroachment Permit Application?
- Email the completed application to [email protected], as directed on the form.