Fort Wayne Right-of-Way and Driveway Permit Guide

Fort Wayne right-of-way permits cover excavation, driveway access, parking lots, sidewalks, barricades, and other work that affects public streets, alleys, or right-of-way.

Permit takeaway

Fort Wayne lists excavation, driveway access, parking lot, sidewalk, barricade, block party, parade, oversize and overweight, and pole line permits among right-of-way permit types.

Zoning and placement

Driveway access permits are routed through Engineering and Planning review, and only one residential driveway is generally permitted per lot along a street frontage unless specific conditions apply.

Building and trade review

After approval, a Right-of-Way Inspector performs a pre-pour inspection for form, grade, and specifications according to the approved plan and permit.

Call before applying when

Call before adding, widening, reconstructing, or changing a driveway, sidewalk, parking area, excavation, barricade, or any work in the street right-of-way.

Documents to prepare

• Right-of-way permit application
• Driveway or sidewalk plan
• Construction specifications
• Drainage information when applicable
• Right-of-way bond if required

Inspection planning

• Apply through online permitting when available
• Route through Engineering and Planning
• Wait for permit approval
• Schedule pre-pour inspection
• Build to approved details

Official sources

• Fort Wayne Permits and Bonds
• Fort Wayne Right-of-Way Permits
• Evansville Encroachment FAQ

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.