In reponse to COVID -19:  The public is asked to please continue to conduct all primary business via telephone or electronically.  If this is not possible, in-person meetings should be by appointment only until further notice.

Permit Applications:

Questions about Permits or to Submit:  permits@kalamazoocountyroads.com

The RCKC now accepts credit payments for the various types of Right-of-Way Applications.  PLEASE NOTE:  ONLY THE CURRENT PERMIT APPLICATION FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Allow 10-14 business days for review and processing applications to construct in the right-of-way, unless otherwise noted in State statute.   

Lack of permit information will delay the permitting process.  

The penalties for working within the road right-of-way prior to obtaining a permit will include the cost of the permit plus any additiaonal charges including administrative and inspection expenses.  RCKC also reserves the right to remove said work within the right-of-way at the property owner's expense. 

A permit is not valid until you receive the approved permit with a signature and permit number.  

LINKS TO TYPES OF PERMIT APPLICATIONS

• Right–of–Way

• Driveway Right–of–Way

• Telecommunication, Video and Wireless Service Providers

• Transportation

PERMIT FEE INFORMATION

Schedule of Fees Effective January 1, 2021

PAY INVOICES

Pay Outstanding Permit Invoices

RESOURCES

Encroachment Information

Construction Guidelines

• Winter Construction

• Construct, Operate, and/or Use Within the County Road Right-of Way

• Procedures, Guidelines, and Specifications for Developing Public Roads

• Downtown Development Authorities

• Driveway Policy

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

All contractors working in the right of way must have insurance on file with the RCKC.

• Insurance Requirements

• Insurance Requirement EXAMPLE FORM

BOND INFORMATION

• Bond Information

• Performance Bond Template