Definition

Encroachment shall mean going over, upon or under or using any public right-of-way or natural water course in any manner other than its intended use (Municipal Code 7-1.101).

Any work performed in the public right of way requires an encroachment permit. For example: installation or repair of sidewalk, curb and/or gutter, driveway approach, installation of sidewalk underdrain, installation of sewer lateral, and any construction or staging requiring traffic or pedestrian control.

• Complete and submit  Encroachment Permit application
• Provide proper  Insurance Documents
• Provide site specific  Traffic / Pedestrian Control Plans
• Ensure all contractors and sub-contractors have City Business License
• Pay Encroachment Permit fees and security deposit

To obtain an Encroachment Permit, please submit the required documents to the 2nd floor permit counter at City Hall located at: 1666 North Main Street, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

• Don Murphy (925) 256-3591; Fax (925) 256-3587
• Oliver Cheung (925) 943-5899 x 3542
• Michael Hawthorne (925) 943-5899 x 2245