A ROW Permit allows construction and traffic control work to be performed in the City-owned right of way or easements.
For the status of your Right-of-Way Permits, please click here :
- Under "Permit Search," choose either "Address" or "Permit #" next to the "Search by" pull down menu.
- Enter the Permit # or Address of the application.
- View status
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ONLY A CLASS D PUBLIC WAY CONTRACTOR CAN APPLY FOR A RIGHT OF WAY (ROW) PERMIT. Guidance on how to apply for a CLASS D PUBLIC WAY CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE is below. Guidance on how to apply for a ROW PERMIT will follow.
Class D Public Way Contractor's License
Contractors must have a current Class D public way contractor's license and be in good standing with the City of Westminster to apply for a ROW Permit. The NEW requirements to obtain a Class D Public Way Contractor's License, as of 2023, are below:
- A Letter of Credit or cash escrow (check) are the only acceptable forms for Surety. Bonds are not allowed.
- Surety shall be payable to the city in the amount of $10,000.
- Insurance coverage in accordance with the following schedule:
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TYPE OF INSURANCE
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AMOUNT
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(1) Worker's compensation
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Statutory—In conformance with the Worker's Compensation Act of Colorado
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(2) Employer's liability
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$1,000,000.00
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This insurance shall protect the contractor against all claims under the worker's compensation laws and employer's liability laws of the State of Colorado.
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(3) Comprehensive automobile liability:
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(a) Bodily injury
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$1,000,000.00 each occurrence
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(b) Property damage
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$1,000,000.00 each occurrence
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This insurance shall be written in comprehensive form and shall include all motor vehicles licensed for highway use, whether they are owned, non-owned, or hired.
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(4) Comprehensive general liability:
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(a) Bodily injury
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$1,000,000.00 each occurrence/ $2,000,000.00 aggregate
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(b) Property damage
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$1,000,000.00 each occurrence/ $2,000,000.00 aggregate
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This insurance shall be written in comprehensive general liability form and shall include coverage for subcontractors. If work undertaken may require blasting, explosive conditions, or underground operations, the comprehensive general liability coverage shall include coverage of blasting, explosion, collapse of buildings, or damage to underground property. The insurance required in this Section shall be continued throughout the period of the contract work and maintenance period.
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- When it is time to renew your certificate of insurance, submit new surety and insurance to engineering@westminsterco.gov meeting the new requirements.
The Contractor License form can be downloaded below. Once completed and signed, submit to engineering@westminsterco.gov with the Subject Line: PUBLIC WAY CONTRACTOR LICENSE APPLICATION: [insert contractor name]. In addition, attach the required bond and insurance certificate. This license requirement is non-negotiable and enforced by the Westminster Municipal Code Section 5-5-5.
ROW PERMIT FEES AND AUTHORITY
ROW Permit fees are established by the City Engineer per Westminster Municipal Code Section 9-2-1(B). The following fees apply to ROW Permits as of June 28, 2022:
- $50 Administrative Fee
- $15.29 per square foot of street cut. For additional Street Cut Impact Fee requirements, see Westminster Municipal Code Section 9-2-8.
- $300 per occurrence for Stop Work
- $500 per occurrence for Unauthorized Work
“Stop Work” is defined as any criteria described in Section 1.28.00 of the City’s Standards and Specifications for the Design and Construction of Public Improvements and/or failure to perform corrective work within five (5) business days of notice.
“Unauthorized Work” is defined as performing any work described in Westminster Municipal Code Section 9-2-1(A) without a City of Westminster ISSUED ROW Permit. If a contractor receives two (2) Unauthorized Work fees, regardless of the time between fees, the contractor’s Class D Public Way License will be suspended for one (1) year.
Frequently Asked Questions
The purpose of the FAQ is to clarify the application process and requirements for Right-of-Way (ROW) Permits. The below identify questions and answers that typically arise during the ROW Permit application process.
What is a ROW Permit?
A ROW Permit allows construction and traffic control work to be performed in the City-owned right of way or easements.
Can anyone apply for a ROW Permit?
No. Only a Class D Public Way Contractor can apply for and be issued a ROW permit.
Does my State License or my License from another jurisdiction work for ROW permits?
No. You must be a Class D Public Way Contractor with the City of Westminster.
Do I need to go to City Hall to apply for a ROW permit?
No. All ROW permits are applied for and processed online through the eTRAKiT portal: develop.westminsterco.gov/etrakit
How long does it take to get a ROW permit after it has been applied for?
The review process on ROW permits can take up to 14 City Business Days depending on complexity and current workload.
How long is an approved ROW permit valid for?
ROW permits are valid for nine (9) months.
What happens if my ROW Permit expires, but I’m now ready to beginning work?
If your ROW Permit is expired due to inactivity, you will need to apply for a new permit.
I am performing surveying work in the ROW. Do I need a ROW Permit?
No. However, if you need to set up traffic control for the survey work, you will need a ROW Permit.
Do I need to have a preconstruction meeting prior to beginning work?
No. Once the ROW permit is issued, you may begin work.
Does the City of Westminster allow ROW work on the weekends?
In most cases, no. However, under special circumstances and with prior approval, some weekend work may be allowed. Weekend work is required to be requested in writing. Requests can be submitted to rowpermits@westminsterco.gov for approval on a case-by-case basis.