Application Requirements
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A completed Temporary Encroachment Permit application form
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Certificate of Insurance for Commercial General Liability with limits not less than $5,000,000 and The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound listed as additionally insured. If a homeowner is the applicant on the Temporary Encroachment Permit and no contractor or third party will undertake any activity on their behalf, we require proof of Homeowners Liability by way of letter from the broker with a limit of not less than $2,000,000 that meets section 66 and 67 of the Temporary Encroachment By-law.
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Sketch plan (with dimensions) of proposed work
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Traffic protection plan in accordance with Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7 Temporary Conditions
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Where applicable, a minimum 1.5 metres (5 feet) clearance must be maintained on exterior paths of travel, such as sidewalks, to allow for accessible pedestrian travel
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Where applicable, walk-through scaffolding must be set up in accordance with O. Reg. 213/91 Section 64(1) Public Way Protection
How to apply
Permits can be submitted in one of the following ways:
• Via email to engineering@owensound.ca
• In person at City Hall
• By mail to the attention of Engineering Services at 808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4
Please note that applications must be received at least 10 business days prior to the anticipated work date.