Port Jefferson, NY · Suffolk County
Right-of-Way Work Permit
This application requests permission from the Village of Port Jefferson Department of Public Works to perform construction-related work within a village right-of-way.
What this form is
The permit is required for construction-related work in a Village of Port Jefferson right-of-way, including curb or sidewalk installation, driveway aprons, utility tie-ins, drainage, and pavement repair. It asks for applicant and contractor contact details, work dates, utility and excavation information, and restoration details. Applicants must include a survey with a detailed work sketch and plans showing traffic protection and restoration specifications.
Who needs it
Residents, businesses, contractors, and utility companies proposing construction-related work in a Village of Port Jefferson right-of-way need this permit.
How to submit it
Submit the permit with a survey and detailed sketch of the proposed work to the Department of Public Works. The application fee must be a check or money order payable to the Village of Port Jefferson.
About notarization
This permit is signed by the applicant or contractor without a notary; the Superintendent of Public Works must also sign for the permit to be valid.
How to submit this form
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Download the Permit
Download the Right-of-Way Work Permit and review its requirements.
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Complete the Application
Provide applicant and contractor contact details, work dates, utility and excavation information, and restoration details.
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Gather Required Plans
Include a survey with a detailed sketch, plus plans showing traffic protection and restoration specifications.
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Submit to Public Works
Submit the application and survey to the Department of Public Works with the application fee payable by check or money order.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Right-of-Way Work Permit?
- No. The applicant or contractor signs without a notary, but the permit is not valid unless the Superintendent of Public Works signs it.
- How do I submit the Right-of-Way Work Permit?
- Submit the application with a survey and detailed sketch of the proposed work to the Department of Public Works. Pay the application fee by check or money order to the Village of Port Jefferson.
- What work requires a Right-of-Way Work Permit?
- The village requires the permit for construction-related work in its right-of-way, including curb or sidewalk work, driveway aprons, utility tie-ins, drainage, and asphalt pavement repair.
- What must accompany the permit application?
- Include a survey with a detailed sketch of the proposed work. Plans must show traffic protection and paving and restoration specifications.
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This Right-of-Way Work Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Port Jefferson form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.