DOT – means NYC Department of Transportation
NYC DOT issues over 150 different types of sidewalk and roadway construction permits to utilities, contractors, government agencies and homeowners. Permits cover activities such as street openings, sidewalk construction and installing canopies over sidewalks.
Sidewalk Construction Permits
This category of permits applies to any sidewalk repairs, sidewalk replacements, or new sidewalk installations. Sidewalk Construction Permits are generally taken out by entities that need to perform work on sidewalks, including developers, contractors, and private homeowners (for sidewalk repairs and only if performing the work themselves)
Canopy Authorizations and Permits
This category of permits applies to authorizations and permits required to place a canopy over the sidewalk. A one-time Street Opening Permit must also be obtained to install the poles that support the canopy. Canopy permits are generally taken out by building owners, business owners, and canopy installers.
Related terms
- DOT
- street openings
- sidewalk permits
- NYC
- Department of Buildings
- canopy over the sidewalk
- Construction Codes
- Multiple Dwelling Law
- roadway
Go and check on NYC website
Street Works Permits Department of Transportation
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