Knowledge Base

Excavation Permits are required whenever an excavation or underground work is planned within the City’s right-of-way (sidewalks, boulevards and roadways).

• Service connections (water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer)*
• Sidewalks (sidewalks, driveway approaches, pedestrian ramps, boulevard regrading)*
• Small Diameter Utility (cable, phone, electrical, fiber optics, gas service)
• City-Owner Contract vs. Public Works ROW permit & inspection information

*Repairs relating to sidewalks, driveways, sewers and drains must be completed by a contractor licensed by the city to do such work. See below for more information about City Licensed Contractors.

Prior to obtaining a permit, the proposed work must be reviewed and approved. Use the permit applications below to begin the process.

Right-of-way permit forms for service connections, sidewalks, and small-diameter utility work:

• Permit Regulations
• Permit Regulations Small Diameter Utility Supplemental
• Minnesota State Law Chapter 216D
• Fee structure for permits and inspections 

Contractors can call, fax, or email requests for excavation permits.