Wilmington, NY · Essex County

No notary required

Right of Way Permit Application

Property owners and contractors use this application to request permission to install or repair utilities, driveways, or other items in a Town of Wilmington road right of way.

What this form is

This application requests a permit for work in a Town of Wilmington road right of way, including installing or repairing a driveway, water line, sewer, or telephone, electric, or cable service. The form asks for property owner and contractor details, the road name, project description, and projected start and end dates. Its conditions say the Highway Superintendent must approve the permit before work begins.

Who needs it

Property owners or contractors planning work in a Town of Wilmington road right of way need to request a permit using this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the Town of Wilmington Highway Department; the form lists [email protected] for contact. Check the city website for current submission details.

About notarization

This document is completed without a notary; the applicant just signs and dates it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is listed.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Right of Way Permit Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide the property owner and contractor information, road name, work description, and projected start and end dates.

  3. 3

    Review The Conditions

    Review the permit conditions, including approval before work begins and requirements for work and traffic in the road right of way.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Highway Department

    Submit the application to the Town of Wilmington Highway Department; the form lists its email for contact.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Right of Way Permit Application for?
It requests permission for work in a Town of Wilmington road right of way, such as installing or repairing a driveway, water line, sewer, or utility service.
Who should complete this application?
Property owners and contractors planning work in a Town of Wilmington road right of way should provide the requested owner, contractor, and project information.
Do I need a notary for the Right of Way Permit Application?
No. This document is completed without a notary; the applicant just signs and dates it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is listed.
How do I submit the Right of Way Permit Application?
Submit it to the Town of Wilmington Highway Department. The form lists [email protected] for contact; check the city website for current submission details.

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