Whether you have no idea if you need a right-of-way permit or you just need some assistance in preparing your application, TrafCon Services can help. Their new guide explains how right-of-way permits work and outlines everything you need to know before applying.

A right-of-way permit is an authorization that is required for you to undertake construction and restoration projects in public areas such as roads, sidewalks, and median strips. “By complying with permit stipulations, entities conducting work accept responsibility for liability and indemnification in favor of the City of Austin while ensuring safety is upheld among the public and disruption is reduced,” explains the guide.

TrafCon Services’ new guide explains that numerous types of right-of-way permits are available depending on the type of work you are doing. For instance, utility work such as trenching and excavation requires a specific kind of permit that often necessitates a bore profile that must be certified by a professional engineer if it involves utility crossings.

Applying for a right-of-way permit is a multi-step process according to TrafCon Services that begins with authorization from the Right of Way Management Division for any developmental activities planned. Following the initial authorization, you will be required to submit detailed descriptions and thorough construction schematics alongside the payment of the required fees.

Given the complexity of the process, the guide notes that applicants often encounter unforeseen complications and recommends allowing ample time for approval. Furthermore, you are advised to consider consulting with a specialist who can assist in preparing the requisite documentation.

TrafCon Services offers various traffic management solutions in Austin, and specializes in preparing traffic control plans and securing right-of-way permits. The company is led by Chase Dupuis, an Austin native with extensive experience navigating the City of Austin’s Right of Way Management Approval Network (ROWMAN).

“Grasping the intricacies of obtaining a right-of-way permit in Austin is essential for any endeavor taking place within the public right-of-way,” says a spokesperson for the company. “As a leader in this domain, TrafCon Services provides exceptional guidance and know-how to support clients at each juncture of securing a right-of-way permit.”

Click on the link in the description to learn more about applying for a right-of-way permit in Austin.