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Right-of-Way Permits

Online Permitting Now Available 

The City of Englewood is now utilizing a new software system that will allow for full electronic submittal of right-of-way permits and contractor licenses. The system provides for online payments, thus eliminating the need for phone payments or office visits. Inspections may also be requested using the new system. Create your secure account at: ims.englewoodco.gov to submit required documents, receive notifications throughout the review process, make online payments, and communicate with staff.

Click here for directions on creating a new account. After which, you may want to link your existing Contractor License. 

Construction and Right of Way Permit Map

 

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The following is a general summary:

The Right-of-Way is the public property that includes streets and highways, curbs & gutters, sidewalks, and alleys. The boundary between the public right-of-way and private property generally falls a few feet behind the sidewalk.

Permit Types

A permit is required for the following activities in the public right-of-way:

  • An Excavation Permit is required to cut any street or alley, whether surfaced with asphalt, gravel or dirt.
  • A Concrete Permit is required for removing or installing any curb & gutter, sidewalk or concrete alley.
  • An Occupancy Permit is required for any activity that blocks traffic, or substantially limits the use of the street, sidewalk, or alley.
  • A special Occupancy Permit is required for "street furniture" placed in the public right-of-way (tables, chairs, benches, railings, trash cans, etc.) More information is available here.
  • A special Occupancy Permit is available for Home Owners who wish to temporarily place a dumpster, building materials, or "moving POD" in the right-of-way.
  • A Block Party Permit is required to temporarily close the street to through traffic. More information is available on the Neighborhood Resources page.

Contractors cutting into a concrete alley will need to obtain both an Excavation permit and a Concrete permit.

Contractor's License

Contractors must have a valid license (obtained from the Englewood Building Division).

  • Excavation permits require a Class D5 license.
  • Concrete Permits require a Class D6 license.

Performance Bond

Contractors must obtain a Performance Bond on a form provided by Public Works. Please note that this bond must be endorsed by your insurance agent on the form that we provide. Sorry, no other form is acceptable. Forms provided by your insurance company do not contain the legal language required by the city. Minimum of $5000 bond to get Contractor’s license is required. 

This is a calendar year bond (2025 document expires on December 31st).

Insurance

Contractors must provide a Certificate of Insurance which specifies the City of Englewood as certificate holder and as additional insured. Contact the Public Works Department at 303-762-2500 for details.

Traffic Control

Contractors are required to provide a Traffic Control Plan which:

All traffic control devices (barricades, warning signs, etc.) must be promptly removed when the work is completed. If work is temporarily suspended, any signs that aren't required for safe operation should be bagged, turned away, or otherwise relocated so they aren't visible to motorists, or a hazard to pedestrians.

Traffic Control Details

Hours of Work

Construction activity in the city right-of-way must:

  • Occur between 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. unless otherwise approved by the Traffic Engineer.
  • Shall not occur between the hours of 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. per Englewood Municipal Code.

Weekends and Holidays

Construction activity in the city right-of-way is prohibited on any city-recognized holiday, unless prior permission is obtained from Public Works.

Work on Saturdays is allowed, however Public Works must be notified in advance.

Emergency, After Hours Work

If an emergency (a broken water service or sewer line) occurs outside of normal business hours, a contractor may proceed with the work and obtain the permit later PROVIDED:

  • Police Dispatch (303-761-7410) has been contacted with the exact location and nature of the work.
  • The contractor has a valid license and bond with the City.
  • Proper traffic control is maintained during the work.
  • Utility locates have been obtained.
  • The contractor applies for a permit (even if the work has been completed) as early as possible the following business day.

Inspections

  • Inspections may be scheduled for any business day between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
  •  Inspections are required and must be scheduled at least 24 hours prior to construction.
  •  Please contact Public Works at 303-762-2500 to request an inspection.

Utility Locates

  • Requests for utility locates are coordinated by the Utility Notification Center of Colorado (UNCC).
  • Dial 811 or 800-922-1987 for ALL Locate Requests.
  • Colorado 811 is open 24 x 7 for emergency and damage requests.

State Highways

Any work on a state highway will require a permit from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and possibly a permit from the City as well.

These highways include:

  • Santa Fe Drive 
  • Highway 285 (portions also known as Hampden Avenue) 
  • Federal Boulevard 
  • Belleview Avenue, east of Federal 

If you're planning work on a state highway, contact the Public Works Department first, as a City permit may also be required. Call us at 303-762-2500 and we can help you get started at CDOT.

Erosion Control

Erosion control can entail the usage of Big Reds, Rock Socks, Straw Waddles and/or Sediment Control Logs (SCL). Rock socks are used either as a perimeter control or as part of inlet protection when placed at angles in the curb line. Inlet protection is intended to filter runoff and remove sediment from the runoff from the project site prior to entering the storm drain inlet. Sediment control logs or straw waddles are used as a sediment barrier to intercept runoff from the disturbed areas on the project site. All materials shall be submitted for approval prior to installation. All erosion control practices shall be maintained and repaired as needed to ensure continued performance of their intended

Construction Standards

All work must be performed in accordance with our Standards and Specifications for the design and construction of public improvements. Any variance from these standards must be approved by Public Works prior to construction.

Permit Fees

Fees are based on the amount of time needed to process the application, review the permit, and inspect the work. All permit fees are non-refundable.

Fee Schedule

New fees were instated January 1, 2025, The revisions to the fee schedule should be as follows:

The City of Englewood Schedule of Service, License and Permit Fees and Utility Rates shall be amended as follows:

Permit Fees (in addition to existing Occupancy Permit Fee):

  • Degradation, Restoration under EMC § 11-7-6: $10/linear foot
  • Administrative review fee under EMC § 11-7-6: $38 per hour $125
  • Lane closure/sidewalk closure under EMC § 11-7-14(B)(cumulative):  
    • Sidewalk: $0.45 /linear foot, per day
    • Bike Lane: $0.99 /linear foot, per day
    • Transit Lane: $3.12 /linear foot, per day
    • Parking Lane: $3.50 /linear foot, per day
    • Alley or 1st Lane: $6.00 /linear foot, per day
    • 2nd Lane: $12.00 /linear foot, per day
    • 3rd Lane: $24.00 /linear foot, per day
    • 4th Lane: $36.00 /linear foot, per day
    • 5th Lane: $54.00 /linear foot, per day
    • 6th Lane: $81.00 /linear foot, per day
  • Detour Fee for entire road closure, in addition to lane closure fees: $5.05 /linear foot, per day
  • Administrative Penalties under EMC § 11-7-23(E): $500 per violation, for Violating ROW Code, Permit, including Working without per day a valid Permit, Unlicensed Contractor, Failure to Remove Temporary Construction Signage or Traffic Control Devices
  • Permit Amendment Application Fee (to expand scope, duration, Transfer Permittee, prompt re-application after denial, other) under EMC § 11-7-4(C): $190 
  • News rack permit fee under EMC § 11-7-27: $230 annually

Permit Hours

Permit applications  are processed through the Public Works portal on a regular basis between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Public Notification

For right-of-way construction work that may interfere with public parking or access to private property, Contractor will need to send advance written notification with the time of construction work (including contact information) on contractor’s letterhead, to all affected properties.

Site Plan

A Site Plan, also known as a plot plan, is a drawing used by builder or contractor uses to make improvements to a property, it depicts the existing and proposed conditions of a given area, detailing where work will be performed.

Application Forms

  1. Click on one of the links below and save the form to your hard drive.
  2. After completing the application, sign the form and ...
  3. Submit your filled-out application to the IMS platform and retain a copy for your records.

Excavation Permit application form
Concrete Permit application form
Occupancy Permit application form
Occupancy Permit (Home Owner) application form
Oversize / Overweight Occupancy application form
Street Furniture application form
Encroachment application form
Floodplain Development Permit application form
Grading, Erosion, Sediment Control application form
Block Party Permit application form (Neighborhood Resources)

Questions

Send an email to pwpermits@englewoodco.gov or contact Audrey Arrazola at 303-762-2500.

Upon request the city will make reasonable accommodations for alternative access to documents on this page. Submit the request here or call 303-762-2300.