Schoolcraft, MI · Kalamazoo County
Right-of-Way Use Permit
The Right-of-Way Use Permit application is for people or contractors seeking Village approval for work or activities in a public road right-of-way.
What this form is
The Village requires an approved permit before anyone excavates, opens, or performs work in or under a public road right-of-way. The application covers activities such as placing or removing items, work that may impede traffic, and other right-of-way activities not covered by another Village permit. It asks for applicant and contractor details, work dates and location, purpose, and fee and insurance attachment information.
Who needs it
Applicants planning work or activities in a Village public road right-of-way must file this application and obtain approval before beginning work.
How to submit it
File the application in the Village Clerk’s Office with the application fee attached. File a certificate of insurance with the application covering the items and limits described in the referenced specifications.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the authorized applicant signs and dates the permit acceptance section.
How to submit this form
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Download The Permit
Download the Village of Schoolcraft Right-of-Way Use Permit PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide applicant and contractor details, work dates, the road name and address, and the purpose of the work.
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Gather Required Attachments
Attach the application fee and file a certificate of insurance covering the items and limits described in the referenced specifications.
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Submit To The Village
File the application and attachments in the Village Clerk’s Office.
Frequently asked questions
- What activities require a Right-of-Way Use Permit?
- An approved permit is required before excavation, opening, or work in or under a public road right-of-way. The application also covers certain other activities in the right-of-way.
- What information and attachments does the application request?
- It requests applicant and contractor contact details, work dates and location, and the purpose. It also asks whether the application fee and proof of insurance are attached.
- Do I need a notary for the Right-of-Way Use Permit?
- No. The authorized applicant signs and dates the permit acceptance section; this document does not require notarization.
- How do I submit the Right-of-Way Use Permit?
- File it in the Village Clerk’s Office with the application fee attached. The certificate of insurance must also be filed with the application.