Philadelphia, NY · Jefferson County
Driveway Permit Application
Property owners and other applicants use this application to request a Town of Philadelphia permit for a new driveway or work within a Town right-of-way.
What this form is
The Town of Philadelphia Driveway Permit Application requests approval to construct a driveway or perform construction within a Town right-of-way. It asks for applicant contact details, the intersected Town road, and a site drawing showing driveway dimensions, surface, grade, and location, along with existing or proposed drainage features. The form states a $10.00 application fee and lists driveway requirements and permit conditions.
Who needs it
Applicants planning a new driveway or construction within a Town right-of-way need this application; the form says widening a driveway also requires a permit.
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 application is signed and dated without a notary; attach the required driveway site drawing, which the form does not say must be notarized.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Town of Philadelphia Driveway Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide applicant contact information, the intersected Town road, and any special requirements for the Highway Superintendent.
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Prepare The Site Drawing
Attach a drawing with the proposed driveway's dimensions, location, width, length, maximum grade, surface type, and relevant drainage details.
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Submit The Application
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Driveway Permit Application?
- No. The application has signature and date lines but no notary block; include the required driveway drawing, which the form does not say must be notarized.
- Who needs a driveway permit?
- The form says permits are required for constructing a driveway or doing construction within a Town right-of-way. It specifically includes building a new driveway or widening one.
- What should the driveway drawing show?
- Attach a drawing showing the driveway's shape, size, dimensions, and location at the Town road. It must include width, length, maximum grade, surface type, and relevant drainage features and grades.
- How do I submit the Driveway Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The form lists a $10.00 application fee.