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Forms & Permits
Permits are issued during normal business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., please allow adequate time for consideration of review and approval. Contact 507-444-4350 for any questions regarding Public Works permits and forms.
- Any entity applying for a Right of Way Permit must be registered as an Annual Right of Way User.
- Application for Annual Right of Way Registration
- Link directs applicant to the City of Owatonna OpenGov Permit Application
- Please call (507) 444-4350 with any questions.
- Grading / Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Permit Application
- Link directs applicant to the City of Owatonna OpenGov Permit Application
- All Single Family Residential construction and land disturbances (grading, grubbing, excavation, etc.) greater or equal to 5,000 square feet
- Site Plan and SWPPP requirements
- Post Construction Stormwater Management required for all projects disturbing greater than or equal to 1 acre
- Chapter 52: Stormwater
- Grading / ESC Permit Fees
- Obstruction Permit
- Link directs applicant to the City of Owatonna OpenGov Permit Application
- An obstruction permit is required for all non-excavation activities within Right of Way, that prevents or impedes free movement in said Right of Way. Obstructions are, but not limited to, dumpsters, scaffolding, moving trailers/vans, etc…
- If you have questions on whether your situation would require an obstruction permit, please call 507-444-4350 for a determination.
- Right-of-Way (Utility Permit)
- Link directs applicant to the City of Owatonna OpenGov Permit Application
- Permittee must strictly follow the City of Owatonna Special Provisions and any additional special provisions as indicated on the permit
- Sidewalk, Driveway, Curb Cut Permit
- Link directs applicant to the City of Owatonna OpenGov Permit Application
- Details and Specifications Required (PDF)
- 48 hours notice minimum must be given to Engineering Department to schedule an inspection
- Inspections can be scheduled by contacting 507-444-4350
- Notice: No curb cuts, driveway, or sidewalk permits will be issued from November 15th through March 1st without prior permission from the Engineering Department
- Street Opening Permit
- Link directs applicant to the City of Owatonna OpenGov Right of Way Permit Application
- 24 hours notice minimum must be given to the Engineering Department prior to start of work
- Contractor has 72 hours (or sooner if directed by engineer) to repair the street
- Contractor is fully responsible for street repair in kind
- Notice: Street openings are not permitted from November 15th through March 15th
Public Works Maintenance Request
- Replacement Boulevard Tree Form
- Link directs to the City of Owatonna OpenGov Form
- All boulevard trees planted in the City of Owatonna are to be planted by city staff
- This form may be used to submit selection for a replacement or new boulevard tree
- Forms must be approved and payment received prior to ordering trees
- Please contact our office with any questions
- Online Wood Order Form
- Link directs to the City of Owatonna OpenGov Form
- The City of Owatonna is no longer taking orders for wood chips
- All fees must be paid in advance, prior to delivery
- Limited to 3 loads of wood per year
- Site must be accessible by a tandem dump truck
- Please call 507-444-4350 with questions or to inquire on how to submit the order
- New Construction Boulevard Tree Form
- Link directs to City of Owatonna OpenGov Form
- This form is to be completed by property owners who have received correspondence from The City of Owatonna regarding a new construction home boulevard tree
- This form is not intended to be used as a request for a boulevard tree or boulevard tree maintenance
- Please contact our office with any questions
- Online Deaf, Blind or Autistic Child Sign Request Form
- Sign Request must be approved by the City Engineer
- Residents agree to inform The City of Owatonna at such time when the sign is no longer necessary