| The Public Works Administration Office administers
the Street Open Permit process, including issuing permits and
inspection of construction relating to Street Opening Permits,
requiring inspection of all work done on Town roads by developers,
contractors and homeowners, ensuring proper materials and methods
are used in all work. Please contact the Operations Supervisor at
978-436-9178 for questions or concerns relating to Street Opening
Permits, or to request a construction inspection. DPW
Rules and Regulations:
Please see the
DPW Rules and Regulations for detailed
information of the requirements considered when reviewing Street
Opening Permit applications.
Street Opening Permit Policy – Information Sheets:
Please see the
Street
Opening Permit Policy for general information and inspection
requirements.
Please see the
Street Opening Permit Policy for Boston Road for additional
requirements for work on State owned sections of Boston Road.
Please see the
Off Season - Street Opening Permit Requirements for additional
requirements for work performed after November 15th, or in cold
weather. Such permits shall only be issued in cases of emergency.
Please see the
Roads under Moratorium - Street Opening Permit Requirements for
additional requirements for work performed on roads currently under
moratorium. Please be aware that approval of any work on a road
under moratorium, and associated additional requirements, is at the
discretion of the Director of Public Works.
Street Opening Permit Application:
Please see the
Street Opening Permit Application for a printable copy of the
application. Contractors on the Drain Layers list may print
out this form, fill it out, then bring it to the Public Works Office
for processing.
Curb Cut Permits:
Curb cuts require a street opening permit and
should be at least 7.5 feet away from the property line and a
minimum of 75 feet from intersecting roads. Approval by the
Operation Supervisor and Traffic Safety Officer required.
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