A City of El Segundo Public Works Department Encroachment Permit is a permit that must be obtained prior to commencement of any activities affecting the public right-of-way (area outside private property line) or a dedicated public easement. These activities include, but are not limited to: excavation, sewer lateral repairs, street improvements, utilities, street closures, traffic control, construction equipment, temporary barricades and scaffolding, landscaping, tree trimming, etc. An encroachment permit assures that the City's public right-of-way work is done in a safe, correct way per standards and that the work zone shall be restored in a timely manner. 

See Encroachment Permit Requirements

Apply for an Encroachment Permit

Please submit encroachment permit applications well in advance of requested start dates. Encroachment permit applications are typically reviewed within 7 business days of submission. Complex requests will require several review cycles. 

Complete all the required information and provide the requested documents in the permit application. Failure to provide all the required documents may result in delays or denial of your application. 

Encroachment Permit Inspections

Inspections are required for Encroachment Permits and should be scheduled prior to beginning work and upon completion.

Scheduling Inspections - Please schedule your inspection for your Encroachment Permit at least one (1) week prior to start date and have your permit number available. To schedule, call (310) 524-2360 or email mjcorpuz@elsegundo.org.