Cleveland, OH · Cuyahoga County
Street Opening and/or Sidewalk Obstruction Permit Application
Contractors, property owners, and other applicants use this application to request a Cleveland permit for street opening or sidewalk obstruction work.
What this form is
The application requests a permit for street opening, sidewalk obstruction, or related work, including utility installation, pavement or sidewalk work, and traffic obstruction. Applicants provide applicant and contractor details, the job location, work description, proposed dates and hours, and traffic-maintenance plans. The form says to submit it 12 to 14 business days before the proposed start date and requires proposed dates and hours.
Who needs it
Contractors, property owners, and other applicants planning street opening, sidewalk obstruction, or related work in Cleveland need this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Division of Assessments & Licenses at 601 Lakeside Avenue, Room 122, Cleveland, Ohio 44114. The form says faxed applications or documents are not accepted.
About notarization
This application does not require a notary; the applicant signs it and submits the required MOT plan and obstruction sketch.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Street Opening and/or Sidewalk Obstruction Permit Application.
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Complete The Application
Fill in applicant and job-site information, describe the work, provide proposed dates and hours, and answer the obstruction questions.
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Gather Required Attachments
Include the MOT plan and the work location and proposed obstruction sketch. Attach plans and specifications for a new facility or relocation or rehabilitation of an existing facility.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application to the Division of Assessments & Licenses at the address on the form; faxed applications or documents are not accepted.
Frequently asked questions
- What work does this application cover?
- It requests a permit for street opening, sidewalk obstruction, and related work such as utility installation, pavement or sidewalk work, and obstruction of traffic lanes or sidewalks.
- When should I submit the application?
- The form says to submit it at least 12 to 14 business days before the proposed start date. It requires proposed start and finish dates and proposed work hours.
- Do I need a notary for the Street Opening and/or Sidewalk Obstruction Permit Application?
- No. The application does not require a notary; the applicant signs it and submits the required MOT plan and obstruction sketch.
- How do I submit the application?
- Submit it to the Division of Assessments & Licenses at 601 Lakeside Avenue, Room 122, Cleveland, Ohio 44114. The form says faxed applications or documents are not accepted.
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