Right of Way Permits

Any time an individual or contractor needs to perform work within the right-of-way, whether in the road, along the sidewalk, on the shoulder or in the ditch, a Right -of-way permit is required. 

Examples of work frequently performed in the right of way is utility installations(such as cable, gas, electricity, etc. ) road boring, driveway repairs or additions and storm water alterations just name a few. If you are unsure if you are working in the right of way or need a permit, please contact our office for more information. 

The purpose of the permit is to ensure that work conducted in the right of way does not create a danger to the traveling public and that the completed work is done to the correct standards.

Please email completed Right-of-Way permits to: rowpermits@hermiston.or.us