Grafton, NY · Rensselaer County
Driveway Permit Application
Property owners use this application to request a driveway permit and obtain preliminary and final inspection decisions from the Highway Superintendent.
What this form is
This application records the applicant’s contact details and the property location for a proposed driveway. It provides preliminary and final inspection standards, including checks for sight distance, drainage, driveway dimensions, and emergency vehicle access. Preliminary approval is required before the Code Enforcement Office issues a building permit, and final approval is required before the Code Enforcement Officer issues a certificate of occupancy.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant proposing a driveway should complete this application for the Highway Superintendent’s review.
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 does not require notarization; the Highway Superintendent signs and dates the approval, and the form lists no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Driveway Permit Application.
- 2
Complete Applicant Details
Enter the applicant’s name, address, telephone numbers, and property location.
- 3
Review Inspection Standards
Review the preliminary and final inspection standards and approval sections.
- 4
Submit The Application
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Driveway Permit Application cover?
- It records applicant and property details and provides preliminary and final driveway inspection standards for the Highway Superintendent’s review.
- When is driveway approval required?
- The form states that preliminary approval is required before a building permit is issued by the Code Enforcement Office. Final approval is required before a certificate of occupancy is issued by the Code Enforcement Officer.
- Do I need a notary for the Driveway Permit Application?
- No. This application does not require notarization; the Highway Superintendent signs and dates the approval, and the form lists no notarized attachment or sworn step.
- 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.