An applicant is defined as an owner of property adjacent to the right-of-way, the property owner's authorized representative; or an authorized representative of a private or public utility who applies for a permit to construct, operate, use, and/or maintain a facility within the right-of-way for the purpose outlined within the application. A contractor who makes application on behalf of a property owner or utility must provide documentation of authority to apply for a permit. When applicant hires a contractor, the permittee is the applicant and the contractor.