Community Events
Encroachment Permits

You need an encroachment permit if:

  • Any structure, object or improvement of any kind or character whatsoever, placed, erected or constructed, either in, under or over any public right of way requires an encroachment permit..
  • If the work consists of replacing or building a new driveway approach it will require an encroachment permit. Typically the property line is 5 feet from the back of the city curb, so any construction outside the property line will require an encroachment permit.

 You will need to fill out an  encroachment permit application

The applicant must fill out the permit application and attach 3 copies of a sketch/drawing of the proposed construction.

You can mail, email or fax it for review and approval to:

Macedonio Nunez
City of Saratoga Public Works
13777 Fruitvale Avenue
Saratoga, CA  95070

Macedonio Nunez
Phone and fax: 408-868-1218

After review and approval the signed encroachment permit application will be returned to the applicant with the standard permit conditions.
  • Permanent Encroachment Application Fee - $500.00                                                           
  • Pipes, Drains & Conduits - $500.00                                              
  • Utility Service Connections - $500.00
  • Routine O & M work by Utility Agencies - $500.00
  • Major Repairs or Capital Improvement by Utility Agencies - $2,500 plus 1.5% of estimated project valuation     
  • Encroachment Permits for Real Estate Open House or Real Estate Office - $50.00

Oversize Load Permit      

A permit is required for any heavy equipment or structure being hauled on a Public street.  The fee for this permit is $25.00
Oversize Load Permit Application      

Mail, fax or email your application to:
Macedonio Nunez
Phone and fax: 408-868-1218 

Macedonio Nunez
City of Saratoga Public Works
13777 Fruitvale Avenue
Saratoga, CA  95070