Applicants must be registered with NYC DOT and have a Permittee ID Number, except in the case of a Sidewalk Repair Permit taken out by a homeowner, where the work will be performed by the homeowner. Private homeowners applying for Sidewalk Repair Permits who will be making the repairs themselves may apply for permits by mail. NYC DOT may order a vault licensee or the owner of the premises where the vault is located to fill in an abandoned vault. 30-30 Thomson Avenue, 4th Floor PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY NON-EMERGENCY WORK WHICH IMPACTS AUTHORIZED PARKING, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY & COORDINATE WITH NYC DOT AUTHORIZED PARKING UNIT AT: BARCLAYS CENTER (ATLANTIC YARDS) EVENTS. 24 West 61st St., 5th Fl. Special Notice: This edition was finalized before the state of emergency due to COVID-19; as city processes adapt in response to the crisis, they may temporarily differ from the guidance provided here. There are separate permit applications for governmental work, Canopy Permits, and permit renewals and re-issuance, all of which are explained later in this chapter. Working Without a Permit If the permittee has been issued a summons/NOV for working without a permit, all future permit requests may be placed on hold until the applicant takes out a permit of record for the work that was performed. Check all types of work that will be performed by the applicant or his/her corporation. Workers pour cement during sidewalk reconstruction. Incorrect Information on File If a permittees 24/7 phone number, address or other contact information is inaccurate or has changed without being updated, all future permit requests may be placed on hold until the information is updated. ALL WORK OPERATIONS MUST BE RESTRICTED WITHIN 11 FEET OF THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF THE INTERSECTION. 22 Reade Street If the applicant intends to do work associated with a Franchise, Concession or Revocable Consent Agreement, the applicant must have a copy of the Agreement prior to applying for a permit. All applicable fees will apply. Check traffic advisories. CONTRACTORS SHALL NOTIFY IN WRITING BY LETTER POLICE, FIRE, EMS, COMMUNITY BOARDS, AND ALL PROPERTY OWNERS ON THE AFFECTED STREET SEGMENT A MINIMUM OF 7 CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO CLOSURE. See, Utilize recycled content in paving materials. The permit to maintain the canopy will remain on hold until after the canopy is installed and inspected. COORDINATE WITH NYSDOT PRIOR TO WORK. ONLY FOR CORRECTIVE ACTION FOR SPECIAL EVENTS. WORK BEING PERFORMED IS FOR EMERGENCY SIDEWALK REPAIRS DUE TO TORNADOS. NYC DOT has a separate procedure for obtaining permits for emergency street opening/excavation work so that applicants can expeditiously obtain such permits. Building Operations/Construction Activity Permits are designated as the "02" permit series, meaning all permits in this category begin with "02". See, Sidewalks must conform to ADA requirements for a minimum clear-path width and provision of spaces where wheelchair users can pass one another or turn around, Provide an unobstructed clear path of 8 feet or one half the sidewalk width (whichever is greater) in commercial, high-density residential, and transit-adjacent areas, Sidewalks in low-rise residential areas should be at least 5 feet wide, Wherever possible, sidewalk cross-slope should not be greater than 2%, Sidewalks must meet load-bearing, friction, and other requirements per relevant standard specifications and regulations, Color of detectable warning strips on pedestrian ramps should contrast with surrounding pavement: red for, The area within 18 inches of the curb should be kept free of all obstructions, New York City Mayors Executive Order No.22 of 1995 (the Clear Corner Policy) states that to the maximum extent possible, structures and objects should not be placed in the corner quadrant, For recommended clearances between obstructions, see, Include planted areas and stormwater source controls within sidewalks wherever possible when a maintenance partner is identified, If work includes tree planting, consider the location of utility infrastructure, including DEP sewers and water mains, Maximize trees and other green cover wherever clearance allows. Applicants must first submit an Emergency Street Opening Permit Form. Failure to comply with an order issued by the Commissioner may result in criminal or civil penalties. Each applicant must obtain and provide Worker's Compensation insurance in accordance with the laws of the State of New York from a licensed insurance company. Questions regarding permit registration can be directed to the central Permit Office. Contact information pertaining to the release of holds by NYC DOT can be found in Appendix C, NYC DOT Contact Information. NO NOISY OPERATIONS BETWEEN 12:01 AM AND 7:00AM. Office hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, From 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, call: (212) 839-9660/61/62 Advance notice and coordination of planned street work is one of the most effective tools for reducing the number of street excavations, especially on streets that are scheduled to be resurfaced or reconstructed. There is one permit application form that covers Street Opening, Building Operations/Construction Activity, and Sidewalk Construction permits for non-governmental work. CLOSURE GRANTED AT REQUEST OF SCA LETTER. Tel: (212) 788-6600, New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Exceptions include, Ribbon sidewalks are appropriate in R1-R6 zoning districts; full sidewalks are used elsewhere, Sidewalks should be as wide as possible appropriate to foot traffic and available street width, Sidewalks should always be provided on both sides of the street, A parks internal path located near a roadway does not substitute for a sidewalk, If the sidewalk is more than 25 feet wide, there should be a clear path adjacent to the building line and an 8-foot clear path adjacent to the curbside furnishing zone. Staten Island New York State Department of Transportation coordinates operation of transportation facilities and services including highway, bridges, railroad, mass transit, port, waterway and aviation facilities . To release an FCR hold, the applicant must demonstrate that either he or she has begun the CRIA process or that the CRIA statement is not required. BLNRES-RESTORE AS PER SKETCH #5 OF DOT'S PROTECTED STREET RESTORATION REQ'MENTS. OCCUPY TWO 11 FOOT LANES 12:01 AM TO 5 AM NIGHTLY. A separate permit is required for each construction-related activity, except where otherwise provided in the Highway Rules or by permit stipulations. (212) 839-4700 At crossings, the height of Accessible Pedestrian Signals must be reachable by a person using a mobility device, at a preferred height of 42 inches and a maximum height of 48 inches (see, Existing foundations at traffic signal locations in certain flood-vulnerable areas are being replaced with coastal storm foundations that incorporate a square concrete pedestal raising the electrical components above some flood depths. (10.5mb), CTDOT_Traffic_STD_DGN.zip Bronx, NY 10458-5891 NYC DOT authorization is required before installing a canopy over the sidewalk. SECTION 24-224 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE VARIANCE GRANTED FOR HOURS AND DAYS STIPLUATED HEREIN. COLORED ROADWAY AND OR SPECIAL MARKINGS ARE LOCATED ON THE ROADWAY OF YOUR PROPOSED WORK AREA. In order to apply for an embargo waiver, a Request for Roadway/Sidewalk Permits during Embargo Periods form must be submitted for review and consideration to the Permit Office. To request authorization for the installation of a canopy, an applicant must initiate the process at the HIQA office in the borough where the proposed canopy will be located. RESTORE ALL TRAVEL LANES WHEN SITE IS UNATTENDED CONTRACTOR MAY CONTAIN A MAXIMUM OF 25 LINEAR FEET, 8 FEET ADJACENT TO THE CURB DURING NON-WORK HOURS. The central Permit Office accepts money orders, company checks, certified checks and most major credit cards as payment for permit fees. AS PER STIPULATION MEC04-246 AND PROJECT PLANS DATED 04/30/04 WHICH MUST BE ATTACHED TO PERMIT. While the files are presented here in .pdf format, the source drawings are actually produced as MicroStation .dgn files. Tel: 311 or (718) 422-8700, Public Design Commission of the City of New York (PDC) The applicant will be able to pick up the permit from the Permit Office in the borough in which the canopy is located upon payment of the appropriate fee. In addition, the streets serve as the access point for the subsurface infrastructure that provides water, sewer, power, and telecommunications services for the city. Permittees are responsible for maintaining the restoration for the duration of the "Guarantee Period" and must retain insurance for this purpose. Fax: (718) 816-9194 (212) 839-2387/88/89 New York City Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) THIS APPLIES TO PERMITTEES AND ALL OF THEIR SUBCONTRACTORS. The applicant must satisfy all of the requirements listed in section 2-02(a) (3) of the. SECTION24-224 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE VARIANCE GRANTED FOR HOURS AND DAYS STIPULATED HEREIN. Applications for most permit types can be submitted to the Manhattan Central Permit Office. Tel: 718-780-8280 55 Water Street, Concourse Level For non-DDC capital projects, the applicant may contact the Permit Office to request release of a CPO hold. Prior to any permit revocation, NYC DOT will give the permittee an opportunity to be heard with not less than two days' notice. To request release of the hold, the permittee must contact HIQAs central office or one of the borough offices to update the file. Following are the specific steps for canopy authorizations and permits: A permit must be obtained to install the canopy at the approved location (Erect Canopy Permit from the "01" Street Opening Permit series). Please note that although permits can be submitted, paid for and printed out 24/7, the permit review process occurs only during normal weekday Permit Office hours. SECTION 24-224 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE VARIANCE GRANTED FOR HOURS AND DAYS STIPULATED HEREIN. Click here for a list of current construction embargoes. A sample of an acceptable Certificate of Insurancecan be viewed here and in Appendix B. All construction-related permits have expiration dates. MUST COORDINATE WITH NYPD PRECINCT C.O. WORK ALSO ALLOWED 10 AM TO 6 PM SATURDAY. 233 Schermerhorn Street, 11th Floor The Highway Rules, Section 2-02(k) contains additional information. The permittee may apply for a re-issuance online, or in-person by accessing either theApplication to Re-Issue Permitsor theApplication to Re-Issue Governmental Work Permit(s). This Manual was created and published by the NYC Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) with contributions from a wide array of professionals from city government and the design field. Office hours: Applications accepted, only from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM; With advance notice of NYC DOT's intent to work in a particular location, utility companies and other potential street excavators are better able to make arrangements to minimize potential conflicts or to leverage the opportunity to perform their work before resurfacing or reconstruction is complete. Bronx, NY 10455 (NAME AT LEAST 2). Sidewalk flagsMust be 5'x 5' where feasibleAll flags containing substantial defects as defined in the Highway Rules must be replaced; patching of individual flags is not permitted. FOUR SPEED REDUCERS ARE LOCATED IN THE ROADWAY OF YOUR PROPOSED WORK AREA.PRIOR TO BEGINING ANY WORK,TO ENSURE THAT YOU RESTORE IN-KIND, YOU MUST CONTACT THE NYC TRAFFIC PLANNING DIVISION TO OBTAIN THE CONSTRUCTION AND MARKING PLANS FOR SPEED REDUCER INSTALLATION AND ANY SIGNAGE ASSOCIATED WITH THE REDUCER. It also covers installations above the street such as banners and decorative lights and permanent installations on the street such as bike racks. PRIOR TO BEGINING ANY WORK, TO ENSURE THAT YOU RESTORE THE AREA IN-KIND,YOU MUST CONTACT THE NYC TRAFFIC PLANNING DIVISION TO OBTAIN THE CONSTRUCTION AND MARKING PLANS FOR SPEED REDUCER INSTALLATION AND ANY SIGNAGE ASSOCIATED WITH THE REDUCER. All applications for construction or repair of a transformer vault must be accompanied by an electric utility company layout, and must comply with the minimum clearance requirements for transformer vaults unless an approval or waiver is obtained from the appropriate agency or utility (more information is available inAppendix B, Forms). Brooklyn Drawings (Downloads) Standard Sheets - Metric - SI; Standard Sheets - English - USC; Drawings are available in various formats including PDF (Acrobat), DGN (MicroStation Design File), DWG and DXF (AutoCAD Drawing), and other image types (TIF, DPR). When the license is issued, the applicant must pay a one-time license fee of $2 per square foot. MAY BE INTERMITTENTLY CLOSED TO THROUGH TRAFFIC WITH THE USE OF FLAGGERS WHILE PROVIDING LOCAL ACCESS AT ALL TIMES FOR A MAXIMUM OF 90 MINS. With advance notice of proposed excavation work, NYC DOT can sequence the timing of the large number of roadway and utility works being undertaken across the city. At the HIQA borough office, applicants will be given a Canopy Authorization Application (. Tel: (718) 482-4825. Staten Island, NY 10301 These are in addition to the "Common Requirements" listed at the beginning of this section. When all necessary information has been submitted and reviewed, the applicant is issued a Permittee ID Number that must be used on all permit applications. Check each borough in which the applicant expects to work. TO FRI. AND 9AM TO 11 PM SAT. For complete NYC DOT requirements regarding the performance of work in the street, please consult the Highway Rules and NYC DOT specifications. The first and most expeditious option (see Diagram 2), is by using the DOT on-line NYCStreets Permit Management system. Outlined below are the basic application procedures for Building Operations/Construction Activity Permits. Long Island City, NY 11101 Borough Hall, 2nd Floor The applicant must obtain CGL insurance policies written by companies that may lawfully issue such policies, with an A.M. Best rating of at least A-VII or a Standard & Poor's rating of at least AA. Transformer vaults are typically installed, owned and maintained by an electric utility company. These are in addition to the "Common Requirements" listed at the beginning of this section. THIS STIP IS USED FOR WORK CROSSING THE ROADWAY OR FOR BPP RESTORATIONS THAT FALL OUTSIDE OF THE HALF PLUS FIVE RULE. HIQA also releases many holds. The organization of the Street Works Manual generally follows the chronological process of planning and undertaking work in the street. WORK 10 AM - 7 PM, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. OCCUPY 12 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY; FULL WIDTH OF ROADWAY RESTORED TO TRAFFIC WHEN SITE IS UNATTENDED. Any corrective action required by the CAR must be performed within 30 daysof the issuance of the CAR. LOCAL AND EMERGENCY ACCESS MUST BE PROVIDED FROM EACH END OF THE BLOCK AT THE INTERSECTIONS WITH USE OF FLAGGERS AND SIGNAGE. ON STIP 109). A sidewalk is the portion of a street, intended for the use of pedestrians, between the roadway and adjacent property lines. A hold is a "do not release" order that can be placed on permits or permittees to prevent the permit from being processed. THIS STIP IS USED FOR WORK IN AN INTERSECTION. PERMITTEE MAY ALSO OCCUPY ONE TRAVEL LANE ADJACENT TO EAST CURB LANE 830PM TO 4:30AM.NIGHTLY FROM 10/4 THROUGH 10/15. DOT SIGNALS APPROVED PLANS. Applicant should submit this form with the appropriate documentation and waiver request fee. Street resurfacing in progress. In addition, a vault license from NYC DOT's Office of Franchises, Concessions and Revocable Consents is required to construct a new building vault or enlarge an existing building vault. WORK ALLOWED 8 PM TO 6 AM NIGHTLY. To request release of a DOF hold, the permittee must contact Finance and either make a payment or agree to a payment schedule for all fees associated with the outstanding summonses/NOVs. or Tax I.D. 1150 Clove Rd. Enter all persons authorized to obtain permits for the applicant, their affiliation to the applicant and their telephone number and email address. Applicants who are registered as permittees (see Section 3.2) and are registered for on-line permitting can log-in to NYCStreets and request an EAN. (212) 442-1890 Tel: (212) 361-1400 Re-Dig (RED) hold In cases where an inspection has revealed a failed restoration and permittees have been told to redo the entire restoration, a RED hold will be placed. The citys, For design criteria, technical information, finishes, and color specification, refer to DOTs Bureau of Traffic Operations, Division of Street Lighting specifications. CONTRACTOR/PERMITTEE IS REQUIRED TO POST AND MAINTAIN ADVISORY SIGNS A MINIMUM OF48 HRS PRIOR TO CHANGING EXISTING PARKING REGULATION SIGNS TO APPROVED TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION PARKING REGULATION SIGNS. Visit the DEC website at the following address to determine the appropriate contact http://www.dec.ny.gov/63.html, Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Bus Operations Street Opening, Building Operations/Construction Activity, Sidewalk Construction, and Canopy Permits are reviewed and stipulated by OCMC staff. Drawings are available in various formats including PDF (Acrobat), DGN (MicroStation Design File), DWG and DXF (AutoCAD Drawing), and other image types (TIF, DPR). BY SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION AND/OR RENEWAL REQUEST, THE PERMITTEE CERTIFIES ITS COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CITYWIDE CONSTRUCTION NOISE MITIGATION REQUIREMENTS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF A COMPLIANT NOISE MITIGATION OR ALTERNATE NOISE MITIGATION PLAN. AT REQUEST OF DEP LETTER DATED 6/16/05 WITH C.B. CTDOT_Traffic_STD.zip THE ROADWAY AND/OR SIDEWALK SHALL BE REPLACED IN-KIND. SECTION 24-224 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE VARIANCE GRANTED FOR HOURS AND DAYS STIPULATED HEREIN. 120-55 Queens Boulevard MANTAIN 1 13 FOOT LANE EAST BOUND, 1 15 FOOT LANE WEST BOUND. WORK 8 AM TO 7 PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY. REQUIRES LOWER MANHATTAN BOROUGH COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE (LMBCO) REVIEW. FULL WIDTH OF ROADWAY SHALL BE OPENED TO TRAFFIC WHEN SITE IS UNATTENDED. See the Highway Rules, Section 2-02(j). NYC DOT's mission is to provide for the safe, efficient and environmentally responsible movement of pedestrians, goods, bicycles and vehicular traffic on the streets of the city of New York. ALL MITIGATIONS INCLUDING: VARIABLE MESSAGE BOARDS, NYPD INTERSECTION TRAFFIC AGENTS, CONSTRUCTION, PARKING, AND BUS STOP SIGNAGE MUST IN PLACE AND MAINTAINED FOR THE LIFE OF THE PROJECT. ALL PERMITS MUST BE ON SITE. ANY STORAGE OF MATERIAL OR STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT REQUIRES A SEPARATE PERMIT. Transverse SlopeSidewalks must be laid to pitch from the building line toward the curb. WORK SATURDAY, 8 AM-6 PM AND SUNDAY 9 AM-6 PM. WORK IN ACCORDANCE WITH OCMC STIP SHEET AND ALL VALID AMENDMENTS, AND LOCATION SHEET WHICH MUST BE ATTACHED TO THIS PERMIT AND ON SITE. This number should be kept confidential and only used to apply for NYC DOT permits. Projects requiring sidewalk closure may require additional permits. CONTRACTORS WHO AT ANY TIME DURING THEIR PERMITTED WORK ENCOUNTER TRAFFIC SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS, DETECTION EQUIP OR ANY TYPE OF COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (WIRELESS OR HARD-WIRED) ON ANY NYCDOT FACILITY, THAT IS NOT INCLUDED ON THE DESIGN/BUILD DWGS, SHALL IMMEDIATELY NOTIFY NYCDOT TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AT. PHONE#508-429-6023. CONTAINER SHALL NOT BE STORED OR PLACED WITHIN: (I) "NO STOPPING", "NO STANDING", "NO PARKING ANYTIME" OR "AUTHORIZED PARKING" AREAS. Sidewalk Construction Permits are designated as the "04" permit series, meaning all permits in this category begin with "04". Fax: (718) 699-7491 (See Chapter 4, Section 4.5 Street Construction Inspections and Enforcement regarding the circumstances in which CARs may be issued.). Programming activates roadways, sidewalks,and pedestrian plazas, andis essential to the ongoing success of any public space. MeetingsRegular coordination meetings allow decision makers to share information and to discuss project difficulties and constraints. For Holds: (212) 748-6609 THE TRAFFIC STIPULATIONS ON THIS PERMIT DO NOT GO INTO EFFECT AS LONG AS THE CONTRACTOR CONTINUES TO WORK NON-STOP, AROUND THE CLOCK, TO CORRECT THE EMERGENCY SITUATION. View more information and instructions for obtaining a revocable consent. REQUIRES LOWER MANHATTAN BOROUGH COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE (LMBCO) REVIEW. StatenIsland.Forestry@parks.nyc.gov OCCUPY 8 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO NORTH CURB LINE, OCCUPY 8 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO SOUTH CURB LINE, OCCUPY 8 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO EAST CURB LINE, OCCUPY 8 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO WEST CURB LINE, OCCUPY 11 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO NORTH CURB LINE, OCCUPY 11 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO SOUTH CURB LINE, OCCUPY 11 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO EAST CURB LINE, OCCUPY 11 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO WEST CURB LINE, OCCUPY 20 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO NORTH CURB LINE, OCCUPY 20 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO SOUTH CURB LINE, OCCUPY 20 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO EAST CURB LINE, OCCUPY 20 FOOT WIDTH OF ROADWAY ADJACENT TO WEST CURB LINE. A table showing the agencies that must be contacted prior to applying for certain NYC DOT permit types can be found in, If the applicant intends to work on a contract that has been awarded by a government agency or authority, the applicant must bring a copy of the contract, Order on Letter, Notice to Proceed or a Letter of Authorization. A scale of one to five $ symbols is used rather than specific monetary amounts because actual costs are subject to change. 10 Richmond Terrace, Room 308 (212) 839-9666 NYCityMap is the city's web-based interactive mapping application. 59 Maiden Lane, 37th floor For Further Information: A full review will typically take between one or two business days. BEVELED SAWCUT IN ROADWAY. 59 Maiden Lane, 34th Floor Manhattan / Central Permit Office First, the applicant must obtain authorization from the Highway Inspection and Quality Assurance (HIQA) unit for the placement of the canopy at the proposed location. THIS STIP IS USED WHEN MORE THAN 50% OF THE INTERSECTION HAS BEEN EXCAVATED OR IF WORK CROSSES THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. Fax: (718) 430-4663 This New York 811 marking shows where a cable television line is located beneath the sidewalk. Included are topics about Policy, Procedures, Specifications and Design Standards (Manuals, Guidelines, and Computer Aided Design and Drafting drawings). The completed application, affidavit, a stamped self-addressed envelope and a certified check made payable to NYC DOT for the permit fee (currently $70.00 for up to 300 linear feet) must be mailed to: The applicant submits permit application, proof of insurance (originally supplied during the registration process) and supporting documentation for review as to accuracy and completeness. MAINTAIN ONE 12 FOOT LANE FOR LOCAL AND EMERGENCY ACCESS AT ALL TIMES, PLACE BARRICADES AND POST SIGNS MEETING "FEDERAL MANUAL OF UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES (MUTCD)" STANDARDS STATING "ROAD CLOSED TO THROUGH TRAFFIC", MAINTAIN 2 LANES FOR TRAFFIC, 1 LANE IN EACH DIRECTION, MAINTAIN 4 LANES FOR TRAFFIC, 2 LANES IN EACH DIRECTION. Municipal Building The Highway Rules, Section 2-07(c) (4) contains additional information. If a private homeowner is applying for a Sidewalk Repair Permit, and will be making the repair by himself/herself, the homeowner may apply for a permit by mail. Upon completion of work, sidewalks must be restored according to Highway Rules, Section 2-09(f)(4) and NYC DOT Standard Highway Specifications.