Occupancy Permits

Permanent Encroachment/Right-of-Way

The Nevada Department of Transportation grants permits for permanent installations within state right-of-way and in areas maintained by the state. Installations requiring occupancy permits include, but are not limited to the following:

An encroachment permit and an NDOT-approved traffic control plan must be secured before performing this type of work within NDOT right-of-way.

To be considered for placing an installation within state right-of-way, you will need to first submit an encroachment permit to your local NDOT administrative offices. A fee will be required, with the amount being contingent upon the category of permit required. If there is an existing active encroachment permit, the permit may be amended for changes in the permitted work. A fee amounting to half of the original fee will be required to commence review of the amendment.

A site plan rendering roadway features may be necessary, along with an advance meeting to review preliminary plans with an NDOT district traffic engineer. This meeting may help avoid making multiple sets of plans before construction elements are acceptable for review. A traffic study may be required, along with other items.

Upon approval of an NDOT permit, the permittee will contact the appropriate NDOT permit office in advance of construction to activate the permit and schedule a preconstruction meeting with an NDOT inspector.

Advertising is not allowed within NDOT right-of-way.

Kindly remember that no use of state roadway is authorized until an encroachment permit has been processed and approved. The permittee must also obtain any and all other permits that may be required by state law or local ordinance.