About Encroachment Permits

• Any work performed in the public right-of-way requires an encroachment permit
• If you are unsure if you need to obtain an encroachment permit, please contact the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department at (415) 289-4106 or mlockett@sausalito.gov
• For encroachment permit fees, please consult City of Sausalito Fees and Charges

Encroachment Permit Application Forms

• Encroachment Permit Application
• Supplemental Form
• Effective on 3/16/2020, we only accept digital and online submittals. To submit an application, email completed application & any supplemental documents to mlockett@sausalito.gov, or apply through eTrakit. 

Encroachment Application Review Guidelines

• Compatibility
• Need
• Public Enjoyment
• Circulation
• Safety

Regulations for Working in Sausalito Streets

• The City of Sausalito has adopted the City of San Francisco's Regulations for Working in the City Streets and the Department of Public Works Guidelines for the Placement of Barricades at Construction Sites.

Projects Requiring Review by the Planning Commission and Approval by the City Council

• stairs not on grade, signs, awnings,
• landscaping [staff review permitted]
• driveways (cut or fill more than 6') [staff review permitted]
• garages
• fences
• buildings (structural)
• dwelling units
• parking spaces
• Design Review will be required for significant visual projects

Questions

• Any questions about encroachment permits may be directed to the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department at (415) 289-4106 or publicworks@sausalito.gov
• Please see our Staff Directory for the contact information of individual staff members