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City of Fairfield has implemented a new online permit system, Fairfield B.U.I.L.D. An account must be created prior to the submission of any permit application. Please see the Fairfield B.U.I.L.D Guide or go to the Fairfield B.U.I.L.D Webpage for additional guides and assistance.
The Public Works Department issues a variety of permits. These permits include the below.
Construction Water Meter Permit
This permit is for obtaining a temporary City Fire hydrant meter to access water for construction purposes.
To apply for a Construction Water Meter Permit, please visit Fairfield B.U.I.L.D.
Encroachment Permits
An Encroachment Permit is required for work in the city-owned right-of-way or city-owned easement.
- Connecting a private on-site storm drain line to a public storm drain system
- Curb painting along public streets
- Installing a backflow prevention device
- Installing or extending a water, fire, or sewer service between the City's mainline and the water meter, backflow prevention device, or sewer cleanout
- Installing landscaping or irrigation within the public right-of-way
- Installing or the ongoing monitoring of monitoring well
- Placement of a dumpster within a public street
- Placement of Tables and/or Chairs in the public right-of-way
- Repairing or installing curb, gutter, and/or sidewalk adjacent to a city street
- Widening or installing a driveway apron
- Widening or striping a public street
We are currently short-staffed and are bringing on new staff to assist with the Public Works Encroachment Permit process. During this time, you can expect a 4-6 week time frame from initial permit submittal to approval. We apologize for any delayed response or timing issues related to permit issuance. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
FAQs
Below are documents to guide you through what is necessary for an encroachment permit:
- Fairfield B.U.I.L.D.
- Guide - Fairfield BUILD
- Encroachment Permit Checklist (Effective 9/2/2025)
- City of Fairfield FY 24-25 Master Fee Schedule Effective July 8, 2024
- Checklist for Placement of a Dumpster with the Public Right of Way
- Checklist for Signs
- Checklist for Tables and Chairs
- Overtime Inspection Request Form *Complete the top section of this form and submit to the assigned Public Works Inspector for your encroachment permit at least seven days prior to requested overtime.
- Street Moratorium
If you have any questions, please call (707) 428-7485 or email the Encroachment Permit Desk.
Grading Permits
A subdivision grading permit is required for residential subdivisions whenever grading activities are requested prior to the overall approval of the improvement plans and the Subdivision Improvement Agreement. There is an inspection fee for subdivision grading permits, along with requirements for insurance and bonding. For additional information on subdivision grading permits or to start applying for a subdivision grading permit, please contact your project engineer or call (707) 428-7485. If you haven't applied for an eTrakit account, please complete an application.
Please note that the Building Division issues grading permits for commercial or single-family permits.
Transportation Permits
A Transportation Permit is required whenever an oversized vehicular load is being transported through the City of Fairfield along city streets. An oversized load is defined as a vehicle over 10 feet in width; 14 feet in height; 65 feet in length; and/or over 80,000 pounds in weight. A pilot car will be required in most situations. A Transportation Permit can be obtained for single or annual use.
A Temporary Repetitive Transportation Permit application allows permits for haul routes impacted by the Caltrans temporary restriction of an extra-legal vehicle/loads on I-80 (eastbound and westbound) at Alamo Creek.
There is a processing fee of $16 per trip for the single- use Transportation Permit and a $90 processing fee for the Annual Transportation Permit. For additional information on Transportation Permits, call (707) 428-7485 or email permit@fairfield.ca.gov.
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