Dallas requires a right-of-way permit for any construction work within the public right-of-way or any work outside that will cut, break, or damage it. Section 43-139 governs the permit process including application, conditions, and grounds for denial or revocation.
Under Section 43-139 of the Dallas Code of Ordinances, a permit is required for any construction work within the public right-of-way, or any construction work outside the public right-of-way that will cut, break, or otherwise damage the right-of-way. Section 43-141 establishes miscellaneous requirements for street excavation, installations, trench safety, and above-ground utility structures. Permits are managed through the Right-of-Way Permit Management system at rowmanagement.dallascityhall.com. The permit process requires submission of plans showing the scope of work, traffic control plans if applicable, and proof of insurance. The city may deny or revoke permits for failure to comply with conditions. Temporary encroachments for construction activities like scaffolding, material storage, or equipment staging require separate temporary permits with defined time limits.
Working in the public right-of-way without a permit violates Section 43-139 and may result in fines, stop-work orders, and requirement to restore the right-of-way at the violator's expense. Permit conditions violations may result in revocation.
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