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Request a Permit for Sewer Access

Service
You must have prior permission to enter city stormwater, sanitary, or sewer systems. Environmental Services issues authorization. Use the form provided below.

  1. Download and Complete Form

    Sewer and drainage system access authorization form (286.7 KB)

  2. Email Form

    Choose the appropriate contact person, based on the nature of your project.

    Sampling and Modeling Access

    For submissions and questions regarding sampling and modeling access to the systems, use the email link below.

    Scoping and Cleaning Access

    For submissions and questions regarding scoping and cleaning access to the systems, use the email link below.

    Academic Research

    If your access request is for the purposes of academic research, use the email link below. 

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Guide to Requesting a Permit for Sewer Access

Topics

Transportation and roads
Construction and development
Environment
Water, stormwater, and sewer

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