Farmington, MI · Oakland County
Right-of-Way Permit Application
Farmington applicants use this application to request permission to construct, operate, use, maintain, or temporarily close a road within the city right-of-way.
What this form is
The application requests a City of Farmington permit for work or activities in a city road right-of-way; the permit is needed before construction or maintenance begins. It asks for applicant and contact details, the road location, work dates, and a detailed activity description. Plans and specifications, and a traffic plan for street closures, must be attached when applicable; the form also lists a $50 application fee and a cash bond whose amount depends on the work location.
Who needs it
A property owner, contractor, corporation, or other applicant proposing work or a temporary road closure in a City of Farmington right-of-way needs this application.
How to submit it
Submit the form to the Department of Public Works at 33720 W. 9 Mile Road, Farmington, Michigan 48335. The form also lists [email protected] and a $50 application fee.
About notarization
This application and its surety bond are signed without a notary; the form calls for signatures and dates, but does not require a sworn or notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Right-of-Way Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Form
Enter applicant and contact details, road location, work dates, and a detailed description of the proposed work or activity.
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Gather Applicable Attachments
Attach plans, specifications, and facility location information when applicable; include a traffic plan for street closures.
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Submit To Public Works
Submit the application to the Department of Public Works at the address listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Right-of-Way Permit Application?
- No. The application and surety bond have signature fields but no notary block; sign and date the applicable sections.
- How do I submit the Right-of-Way Permit Application?
- Submit it to the Department of Public Works at 33720 W. 9 Mile Road, Farmington, Michigan 48335. The form also lists [email protected].
- 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.
- What does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant details, road location, work dates, and a detailed description of the proposed facility or activity, including relevant dimensions and installation details.
Need something notarized?
This Right-of-Way Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.