Foster City, CA · San Mateo County
Encroachment Permit Application
This application requests permission for an individual, utility company, or contractor to work within Foster City’s public right-of-way.
What this form is
Foster City requires an encroachment permit for work in the public right-of-way, including construction, utility work, banners, and temporary placement of containers. The application asks for applicant, property owner, contractor, project, and work details, and includes signature and insurance sections. Depending on the work, applicants may need to attach drawings, traffic control plans, insurance certificates, fees, a deposit, or a bond.
Who needs it
Individuals, utility companies, and contractors planning work or temporary placement in Foster City’s public right-of-way should complete the application.
How to submit it
Mail or drop off the application at City Hall, 610 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404, or email it to [email protected].
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the attached insurance coverage form and performance bond contain signature fields but no notary requirement.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Encroachment Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the applicant, property owner, contractor, permit type, and project information, then sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Attach applicable drawings, traffic control plans, insurance certificates, and other items listed for your project.
- 4
Submit To The City
Mail or drop off the application at City Hall, or email it to Public Works at [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Encroachment Permit Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. The attached insurance coverage form and performance bond have signature fields but no stated notary requirement.
- Who should file an Encroachment Permit Application?
- Individuals, utility companies, and contractors planning work in Foster City’s public right-of-way should complete the application.
- How do I submit the Encroachment Permit Application?
- Mail or drop it off at City Hall, 610 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404, or email it to [email protected].
- What attachments may be needed?
- The application lists drawings, traffic control plans, insurance certificates, fees, a deposit, and a bond among the items that may be required.
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This Encroachment Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Foster City form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.