Right-of-Way Permits
The purpose of a right-a-way permit is to ensure that work conducted in the public right-of-way is done safely and in conformance with established County standards. The goal is to protect users of the right-a-way and to protect the public transportation infrastructure.
A right-of-way permit is required whenever an individual, contractor, utility company, or other needs to perform any type of work in, or use of, the public road right-of-way.
Here are some examples:
- Driveway repairs
- Construction or repair of an access
- Temporary obstructions in the public ROW such as moving containers and debris dumpsters
- Pavement cuts and repairs
- Special events such as parades and film crews
- Sewer line connections
- Storm drain repairs
- Private water line installations
A right-of-way permit application may be downloaded (see the link below) and filled out digitally or printed and filled out by hand. A site plan showing the proposed work and traffic control plan (if applicable) must be submitted along with the permit application (s) for review and approval. Applications may be sent by email to the County or faxed to (541) 475-1877
72 HOURS ADVANCE NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN FOR INSPECTION
REQUIREMENTS:
- Attach or provide a map and cross-section detailing the location of any installed facility in relation to the road surface.
- No work shall be done until the Public Works Department has been on site for an inspection. Notify the Public Works Department before any work begins.
- Notify the Public Works Department after completion of the job. Each project must have a signature from the Director or designee after final inspection.