Get a road occupancy permit
Get a road occupancy permit before you occupy, block or close any part of a city road, sidewalk, boulevard or trail.
On this page:
- Apply before work begins
- Pick up your permit
- Check permit fees
- Check legal requirements
- If your work affects a regional road
Apply before work begins
Apply in advance to avoid fines or a stop-work order. Staff need time to review your request.
Apply at least:
- 10 business days before a full road closure
- 5 business days before any lane closure
- 3 business days before work that does not close a lane or road
To apply, you will need:
- a traffic control plan
- an insurance certificate that names the City of Waterloo as “additionally insured”
You will need to sign in or create an account before you apply.
Apply for a road occupancy permit
Staff will review your request and confirm the permit fee.
Pick up your permit
Pick up and pay for your permit at the Waterloo Service Centre, 265 Lexington Court, Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Payment is in person only:
- we accept cash, debit and cheques – payable to City of Waterloo
- we don't accept credit cards
Check permit fees
Fees are non-refundable and do not include HST.
Some fees are not listed here. For a complete list, read the Fees and Charges Bylaw.
| Permit type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Occupancy or excavation permit | $150.00 |
| Lane closure |
$36.00 to $150.00 per lane, per day We'll confirm the correct lane closure fee based on the type and duration of your request. |
| Temporary construction parking – resident | $7.25 per day or $41.25 per month |
| Temporary construction parking – contractor | $7.25 per day or $67.00 per month |
Check legal requirements
Read the Highway Occupancy Bylaw to learn when a permit is required and what happens if you use a city road or right-of-way without approval.
If your work affects a regional road
The Region of Waterloo handles permits for oversized loads and work that affects regional roads: