Farmington Hills, MI · Oakland County
Right of Way Permit
This application is for a resident, property owner, or contractor seeking city approval for work or activities in Farmington Hills road right-of-way.
What this form is
The Right of Way Permit serves as an application and, upon approval, becomes the permit for the work described. The city requires a permit before construction or maintenance operations begin in the right-of-way. Applicants describe the road, work, and dates; provide contact and signature details; and attach plans or a traffic plan when applicable.
Who needs it
A property owner, business, or contractor proposing construction, maintenance, use, or temporary closure of a Farmington Hills road right-of-way needs this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the Department of Public Services, Engineering Division, at 31555 Eleven Mile Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48336; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the applicant and city representative sign and date it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is specified.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Right of Way Permit application.
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Complete the Application
Describe the road, proposed work or activity, and work period; complete the applicant and contact details.
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Gather Attachments
Attach plans, specifications, and the facility location when applicable; include a traffic plan for street closures.
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Submit to the City
Submit the application to the Department of Public Services, Engineering Division, at the address listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the Right of Way Permit application?
- Property owners, contractors, or other applicants proposing construction, maintenance, use, or temporary closure of a city road right-of-way use this application.
- What attachments may be required?
- Attach plans, specifications, and the facility location when applicable. A traffic plan must be attached in cases of street closures.
- Do I need a notary for the Right of Way Permit?
- No. This application is signed without a notary; the applicant and city representative sign and date it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is specified.
- How do I submit the Right of Way Permit application?
- The form lists the Department of Public Services, Engineering Division, at 31555 Eleven Mile Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48336. Check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Right of Way Permit doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.