Permit Requirements

• Driveway / Curb-Cut Permit - A permit must be obtained from this office for all driveways and curb-cuts entering a street
• Sanitary Sewer Permit - A permit must be obtained from this office for all new sewer connections:
  • Commercial and Industrial - Please read OSHA Sub Part P 520 CMR 14
    • Mixed Business/Residence - $550, plus $275 each additional unit
    • Hotel/Motel - $550, plus $100 each additional unit
    • Commercial / Industrial Buildings - $0.10 per sq. ft. of floor area or $50 per 100 gallons per day average flow, whichever is greater (minimum fee of $550)
  • Residential - Please read OSHA Sub Part P 520 CMR 14
    • Single Family - $550
    • Two Family - $550 each unit
    • Multiple Family - $550 each unit
  • New connections to replace existing connections - 50% of the applicable above-stated charge
    
• Storm Water Drain Connection Permit - A permit must be obtained from this office for all connections made to the city’s storm water drain system
• Street Excavation / Obstruction Permit - A permit must be obtained from this office for any opening or obstruction made in a city roadway.  Please read OSHA Sub Part P 520 CMR 14
• Tree Removal Permit - A permit must be obtained from this office for any removal, cutting, pruning, or trimming of any trees within the public right-of-way. Please note: There is a fee involved with the press release of the public hearing regarding a tree removal. This is the responsibility of the party planning to have the tree removed. 
• Trench Permit - A permit must be obtained from this office for any trench work.  Please read OSHA Sub Part P 520 CMR 14
• Banner Permit - A permit must be obtained from this office to place or erect fixtures, banners, or structures on city street or sidewalks