Permits

The City of Royal Oak Engineering Division issues various permits as outlined below.  Click on each permit type for more information.  The fee schedule, which includes permit fees, inspection rates and performance guarantee amounts is updated annually.

Permit applications must be delivered in person.  Mailed and electronic submissions will not be accepted.
Fees are due at time of issuance.

Types of Permits


Right of Way Permit


Any construction or blockage to the public right-of-way requires a permit to be obtained prior to work beginning. Examples include but are not limited to: new house construction, concrete sidewalk or approach installation, sewer or water repairs/service work in the right-of-way, over-sized load transports or scaffolding and other construction equipment blocking the sidewalk or street.

Parking Pull-Off Agreement


License agreements can be made with the city to allow for installation of a paved parking area in the right-of-way after an application is submitted and approved by the City Commission.  A Right of Way Permit is required prior to installation of an approved parking pull-off agreement.

Private Property Paving Permit


A Private Property Paving Permit is required to be obtained prior to making any installation, removal, repair or replacement of parking lot, sidewalk and any other pavement on private commercial properties.

Contaminated Sewage Discharge Permit


Prior to the discharge of any contaminated sewage into the Royal Oak Sewer System, a permit must be obtained.

Useful Documents

  1. Engineering Fee Schedule FY 2019-2020
  2. 2017 Standard Specifications for Construction
  3. Site Plan Design Standards 10-2012

Permit Forms

  1. Right of Way Permit Application and Instructions
  2. Private Property Paving Permit Application
  3. Application and Instructions for Parking Pull-Off
  4. Contaminated Sewage Discharge Permit