Grand Terrace, CA · San Bernardino County

No notary required

Encroachment Permit Application

Property owners, tenants, and other applicants use this application to request permission to excavate or place structures in a public right-of-way or public utility easement.

What this form is

Use this application to request a permit for proposed or existing encroachments in a public right-of-way or public utility easement. It asks for applicant and property details, a description and location of the encroachment, and a drawing with details and dimensions. The application includes a hold harmless agreement; the city may require additional information, conditions, and approval, and charges a non-refundable application fee.

Who needs it

Anyone seeking a permit to excavate or place a structure in a public right-of-way or public utility easement should complete this application.

How to submit it

Complete Pages 2 and 3 and submit the application to the City of Grand Terrace Department of Public Works, 22795 Barton Road, Suite B, Grand Terrace, CA 92313. The document lists (909) 825-3825 and says the application fee is non-refundable.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; for rental property, the owner of record’s signature is also required.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Encroachment Permit Application.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Complete Pages 2 and 3 with the requested applicant, property, and encroachment details.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Include a drawing showing the encroachment’s location, details, and dimensions; attach any other useful information.

  4. 4

    Submit To Public Works

    Submit the application to the Department of Public Works at the address printed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Encroachment Permit Application request?
It requests permission to excavate or otherwise encroach on a public right-of-way or public utility easement. It asks for applicant and property details, encroachment information, and a drawing.
Who signs the application for rental property?
A tenant may complete and submit the application on behalf of the owner of record, but the permit is granted to the owner and requires the owner’s signature.
Do I need a notary for the Encroachment Permit Application?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. For rental property, the owner of record’s signature is also required.
How do I submit the Encroachment Permit Application?
Complete Pages 2 and 3 and submit it to the Department of Public Works at 22795 Barton Road, Suite B, Grand Terrace, CA 92313. The document lists a non-refundable application fee.

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