Driveway, drainage and right of way work in Palm Beach County
Determine the road owner and exact work limits before filing. County Engineering, the municipality and FDOT control different road segments, and private streets may require owner consent. Ask the road authority which driveway connection, drainage, excavation, utility or maintenance of traffic approvals apply. A building permit is not permission to work in the road right of way. Use County Engineering for its roads and refer city roads to the municipality; do not report an absence of road closures from a contact handoff.
Steps
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Confirm the exact site and local authority
Resolve the address and PCN, then use municipal rules within city limits and County rules only for unincorporated property.
discover.pbc.gov/pzb/building/Pages/Permit-Center.aspx - 2
Check project requirements before filing
Determine the road owner and exact work limits before filing. County Engineering, the municipality and FDOT control different road segments, and private streets may require owner consent. Ask the road authority which driveway connection, drainage, excavation, utility or maintenance of traffic approvals apply. A building permit is not permission to work in the road right of way. Use County Engineering for its roads and refer city roads to the municipality; do not report an absence of road closures from a contact handoff.
discover.pbc.gov/engineering/Pages/default.aspx - 3
Prepare the current official application and supporting documents
Use the selected official checklist and project specific forms. Confirm plans, survey, ownership authorization, contractor or license details and required overlay approvals with the responsible office.
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File, obtain approvals and complete inspections
Submit to the responsible authority, pay its assessed fees, respond to review comments and complete the required inspections. Do not begin work or operation before the applicable permit, occupancy or license approvals.
discover.pbc.gov/engineering/Pages/default.aspx
Requirements
- Exact premises address and parcel control number
- Project scope and responsible local authority
- Current official checklist and applicable overlay approvals
Documents
- Applicant and owner authorization information
- Plans and supporting materials required by the selected official application
Fees
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Government review, permit or license fees | Project specific; obtain current authority calculation | County building schedule applies only to County permits. Municipal and state fees are separate. |
Good to know
Use exact local jurisdiction. County forms are scoped to unincorporated property; confirm the city forms at its published destination.