Last updated:
10/15/18
Common permits and applications
If you need a permit to take up public space or dig up public roadways, you need to go through the Permit Division of Public Works.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
In most cases, you’ll have to give your paperwork to the Transportation Department, located in Room 721 at Boston City Hall. After they approve your plans, they give us the paperwork and we collect fees and issue the permit.
The Permit Division is located in Room 715 at Boston City Hall. For payments, we take cash, a check (with a valid photo ID), money order, credit, or debit card.
Still have questions? Contact:
Public Works
1 City Hall Square
Room 714
Boston, MA 02201-2024
United States
Street permits office hours update
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Our office is closed on Tuesdays from 4 - 5 p.m. starting January 16 until April 3.
Forms, Permits, and Applications
Affidavit of licensed contractor violation history (pdf)
Excavation permits only - Affidavit of licensed contractor violation history (online form)
Bond form
Bond sample
Complete trash hauler permit application (2018)
Driveway application (Commercial or residential)
News Rack City Ordinance
News Rack Location Form
News rack permit application
Projection permit in, on, or over the public way
Removal of graffiti agreement
Sidewalk Cafe Application
Stationary vending license application
Street Occupancy Permit
Telephone Booth Permit