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Permits


Encroachment Permit

Encroachment Permit (pdf)
Conditions of Approval (pdf)

An encroachment permit is required for activities such as construction within the public right-of-way. The “Conditions of Approval” must be signed and submitted with a completed Encroachment Permit Application and any plans, if applicable. An application fee may apply along with possible bond and insurance requirements.

Contact the Engineering Division at 408-846-0451 with any questions between 8:00 AM and 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday (except holidays).

Transportation Permit

Transportation Permit (pdf)
Transportation Permit Conditions (pdf)

A Transportation Permit issued by the City of Gilroy is required for any vehicle traveling along city streets that exceeds state height, weight, and/or length standard limits. Single trip permits cost $16, an annual permit charge is $90, and a repetitive permit (six-month duration) is $90.

A Certificate of Insurance, including endorsement, with a recommended $2,000,000 General Liability policy naming the City of Gilroy as an “Additional Insured” on the policy must be posted. (Additional titles such as Public Works Department, Engineering Division, etc. shall not be included in the name of the policy.) The Certificate of Insurance and endorsement shall be verified by Risk Management BEFORE the permit is issued. A typical review period may range from five to seven business days. Please allow sufficient time to process Transportation Permit application, Certificate of Insurance, and endorsement.

The following link provides additional information regarding permit types and requirements.

Types and Requirements (PDF, 35Kb)

Completed Transportation Permits may be faxed to the attention of the Engineering Division at 408-846-0429 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday (except holidays). Applications can also be mailed or processed at the Engineering Division counter at: 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020. Applications recieved after 4:00 pm may be processed the following business day.

Contact the Engineering Division at 408-846-0451 with any questions between 8:00 AM and 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday (except holidays).