Glens Falls, NY · Warren County
Application for Encroachment Permit
Glens Falls property owners or lessees use this application to request permission for an encroachment, such as a curb cut, street opening, or temporary sidewalk closure.
What this form is
Use this application to request permission for an encroachment, including a curb cut, street opening, sidewalk repair, or temporary use such as a dumpster or scaffolding. The application asks for applicant and property details, the location, a description, requested dates, and the fee total; a full description and site sketch are required. The form also explains review steps, accessibility responsibilities, and conditions for approved permits.
Who needs it
A property owner or lessee seeking an encroachment permit for a property in Glens Falls should complete this application.
How to submit it
Return the completed application to the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 42 Ridge Street. The form lists fees by encroachment type; the City Clerk’s Office collects the fee if the application is approved.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Glens Falls Application for Encroachment Permit.
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Complete the Application
Enter applicant and property details, the encroachment location and description, requested dates, and the fee total.
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Prepare Required Materials
Include a full description and site sketch, which are required for approval.
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Return It to the City
Return the application to the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 42 Ridge Street.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Glens Falls encroachment permit application?
- No. This application is signed and dated without a notary, and the form does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the encroachment permit application?
- Return the completed application to the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 42 Ridge Street. The City Clerk’s Office collects the fee if the application is approved.
- What information and attachments does the application require?
- Provide applicant and property details, the encroachment location and description, requested dates, and the fee total. A full description and site sketch are required for approval.
- What happens after I submit a curb cut request?
- The application is sent to the Planning Board for review and an advisory opinion, then placed on the Common Council agenda for a decision.
Need something notarized?
This Application for Encroachment Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Glens Falls form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.