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1. When is a Sewer Connection Permit required?

A ”Sewer Connection Permit”, (fee structure is based on type of building and flow-please see Attachment “A-1” for Fee Schedule), is required to connect a building to the City of Fitchburg Sanitary Sewer System versus having a Private Sewerage Disposal System. A Utility Site Plan is required to accompany the application. Please see Attachment “A-2” for requirements of a Utility Site Plan.

2. When is a Street Excavation Permit required?

A “Street Excavation Permit”, $350 flat rate fee, is required when excavating in the City of Fitchburg Street Layout. This permit could be for the installation of a gas, water, sewer, drain, electrical, or service repairs from the utility to the building.

3. When is a Driveway Permit required?

A “Driveway Permit”, no fee required, is required to install a driveway, sometimes referred to as a “Curb Cut”, from the roadway to the building property. A sketch/plan of proposed driveway is required on/with the Application.

4. When is a Street / Sidewalk Occupation Permit required?

A “Street/Sidewalk Occupation Permit”, no fee required, is required when the Street or Sidewalk will be closed to traffic. An example of this is when it is required to excavate across a street or a dumpster must be place in the Street Layout temporarily.

5. When is an Outdoor Dining License required?

An “Outdoor Dining License”, no fee required, is required when an establishment shall occupy City of Fitchburg Property for seasonal dining purposes.