Street Excavation Permits

Any excavation within the City’s street right-of-way requires a “Permit to Excavate in the Public Right-of-Way (ROW).” The City’s right-of-way generally extends from sidewalk to sidewalk, including the sidewalks themselves. The permit must be obtained a minimum of 48 hours prior to commencing work. The field representative must have a copy of the approved permit on site at all times. 

• Requirements to obtain a "Permit to Excavate in the Public Right of Way"

Types of Excavation Permits:

• Utility Construction (Electric/Telephone/Fiber/Cable TV, Utility Pole/Street Light, Gas, Sanitary, Storm, Water, Hydrants)
• Sidewalks
• Driveway Apron 
• Curb Cut
• Private Driveway (staking only)
• Landscaping

A Cement Finisher License is also required to construct or repair any concrete walk, curb and gutter, driveway or pavement in any public right-of-way.

1. Street Excavation Permit Form
2. Submit a Sketch or Site Plan: Provide a detailed sketch or site plan for the proposed work.
3. Submit Insurance: Provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) listing the City of Appleton as an additional insured. 
   • Insurance Requirements (Large Exposure project)
   • Insurance Requirements (Small Exposure project)
4. Submit ROW Permit Bond Form

 Online Payments: Street Excavation Fee

All documents should then be e-mailed along with a sketch in pdf format to the following: David.Strelcheck@AppletonWI.gov and Mark.Lahay@Appleton.org. 

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