Paxton, IL · Ford County

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Directional Boring Permit

This application lets a person or entity request City of Paxton approval to conduct directional boring at a specified location.

What this form is

The application requests a permit for directional boring at a stated location and includes the permittee’s contact information, requested dates, and location. The city must approve the application before work can begin; the permit fee is $100 and must be paid before issuance. The permit also sets work-hour limits and requires the permittee to clearly mark the boring location.

Who needs it

A person or entity planning directional boring in Paxton needs to complete this application and obtain city approval before performing the work.

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 document 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

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Download the Directional Boring Permit application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete the Application

    Enter the permittee’s contact information, requested dates, and boring location.

  3. 3

    Mark the Boring Location

    Clearly mark the boring location so the Mayor or designee can understand where work will take place.

  4. 4

    Submit to the City

    Submit the application to the city department named on the form and check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Who uses the Directional Boring Permit application?
A person or entity planning directional boring in Paxton uses this application to request city approval for work at a specified location.
What information does the application request?
It asks for the permittee’s name and contact information, the requested dates, and the boring location. The permittee must also clearly mark the location.
Do I need a notary for the Directional Boring Permit?
No. This document is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not identify an attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How do I submit the Directional Boring Permit application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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This Directional Boring Permit doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.