Toledo, OH · Lucas County

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Application for a Right-of-Way Opening Permit

This application requests permission from the City of Toledo to open a public right-of-way for work by a contractor or other permit holder.

What this form is

The application requests permission to perform work in a Toledo right-of-way and asks for permit-holder and contractor contact information, the opening location, work description, and anticipated start date. The city requires contractor tax registration before approving the application, and telecommunications work requires additional information on page two. The form also lists opening and inspection fees, required permits, work conditions, and signature fields.

Who needs it

Contractors, utility companies, and other permit holders planning work in a Toledo street, alley, walk, grass area, or berm need this application.

How to submit it

Email completed applications to [email protected] and [email protected]. For DAS or Small Cell siting permits, submit the completed telecommunications application to the approved architectural/engineering firm.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; it does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Download the City of Toledo right-of-way opening permit application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete the Application

    Provide permit-holder and contractor details, the opening location, work description, and anticipated start date; sign and date the application.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Attachments

    Attach copies of required permits associated with the right-of-way opening. Telecommunications applicants complete page two and provide requested information.

  4. 4

    Submit to the City

    Email the completed application to the addresses listed on the form. DAS or Small Cell siting applications go to the approved architectural/engineering firm.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Toledo right-of-way opening permit application for?
It requests permission to open a Toledo right-of-way for work and gathers permit-holder, contractor, work-location, and project details.
Who needs to complete this application?
Permit holders and contractors planning work in a Toledo street, alley, walk, grass area, or berm can use this application. Telecommunications work also requires page two.
Do I need a notary for the Toledo right-of-way opening permit application?
No. The application has signature and date fields but no notary block. The document does not identify an attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How do I submit the Toledo right-of-way opening permit application?
Email the completed application to [email protected] and [email protected]. DAS or Small Cell siting applications go to the approved architectural/engineering firm.

Need something notarized?

This Application for a Right-of-Way Opening Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Toledo form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.