Del Mar, CA · San Diego County
Encroachment Permit Application Packet
Del Mar property owners and contractors use this packet to apply for permission to perform work or other activities in a public right-of-way.
What this form is
The packet requests an encroachment permit for proposed work or activities in a public right-of-way, such as construction, grading, utility work, or landscaping. Applicants describe the project, location, dates, contractor, and affected utilities, and provide plans and an insurance certificate. It also includes a stormwater checklist to determine the project category; applications must be submitted at least 20 working days before the proposed work dates.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents seeking approval for work or activities in a Del Mar public right-of-way should complete the packet.
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 application is signed and dated without a notary; the packet requests an insurance certificate and plans but identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Packet
Download the Encroachment Permit Application Packet PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Provide the project location, proposed work dates, applicant and contractor details, and a description of the proposed encroachments.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Attach an insurance certificate and a detailed plan showing the right-of-way and proposed construction or activity.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the application at least 20 working days before the proposed work dates. Check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Encroachment Permit Application Packet?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. The packet requests an insurance certificate and plans but identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
- Who uses the Encroachment Permit Application Packet?
- Property owners or authorized agents seeking approval for work or activities in a Del Mar public right-of-way use the packet. It includes sections for project and contractor information.
- What should I include with the application?
- The packet calls for an insurance certificate and a detailed plan showing the right-of-way and proposed construction or activity. Its checklist may request additional project information.
- How do I submit the Encroachment Permit Application Packet?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The application must be submitted at least 20 working days before the proposed work dates.