Public Works Permits

Encroachment Permits

The City issues encroachment permits for all work performed on the public right-of-way by private developers, contractors or utility companies.

For placement of a dumpster, refuse bin, or temporary moving pod on the City's right-of-way, a Public Property Encroachment Permit and payment in the amount of $75.00 is required. The City of Laguna Niguel has an exclusive Franchise Agreement with CR&R Environmental Services, Inc. and only CR&R may be used for dumpster placement on public right-of-way throughout the City.

If a resident wishes to utilize their private driveway to place a dumpster, refuse bin, or temporary moving pod, an Encroachment Permit will not be required.

Residents & Utility Companies may apply for an Encroachment Permit online by clicking on the link to eTRAKiT.

For additional information:
- Email pwencroachment@cityoflagunaniguel.org, or 
- Call (949) 362-4337

Links to General Information and Application Process documents are below:

• Encroachment Permit General Information
• eTRAKiT Permit System – Encroachment Permit Application Process for Dumpster, Refuse Bin, or Temporary Pod
• eTRAKiT Permit System – Encroachment Permit Application Process for all other permit requests
• eTRAKiT Permit System – Inspection Request Submittal Process
• Request for Encroachment Deposit Release
• Encroachment Permit General Fee Schedule
• Encroachment Permit - Insurance Requirements

Transportation Permits

A transportation permit is required when movement of vehicles/loads exceeding statutory limitations on the length, width, height and weight of vehicles as contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code.

Transportation permits are obtained on-line; by clicking on the link to eTrakit. (See Transportation Permit - Application Instructions for eTrakit.) 

• Transportation-Permit-Application Instructions
• Transportation Permit Provisions
• Transportation Permit - Authorized Truck Routes
• Transportation Permit - Insurance Requirements

Permit Parking Decals

The City implements, maintains and administers the permit parking districts for all communities in the city limits.

If you live in or have recently moved into a community where permit parking only signs are posted, you will need to obtain a permit parking decal from the City.

To obtain a permit parking decal, complete the Permit Parking Request Form, and email your completed form along with, a copy of your most recent utility bill and proof that your vehicle(s) is registered to a property within the permit parking district to pwadmin@cityoflagunaniguel.org. Applicants may also apply in-person by visiting the Public Works Department on the 2^nd floor of City Hall during regular business hours.  For additional information, please call (949) 362-4337.

If you park in a permit parking only community during the hours shown on the posted signs without a City issued permit parking decal displayed, you may be ticketed by the Sheriff’s Office.

To view frequently asked questions on permit parking, please CLICK HERE.

Bike Lockers

The City maintains and facilitates the rental of twenty (20) bicycle storage lockers at the Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo MetroLink train station.

To rent a bike locker at the MetroLink train station, complete the Bike Locker Rental Agreement Form and email it to pwadmin@cityoflagunaniguel.org.  Applicants may also apply in-person by visiting the Public Works Department on the 2^nd floor of City Hall during regular business hours.  For more information, please call 949-362-4337.

For new bike locker rentals, advance payment for three (3) months of rental fees plus a $50 refundable deposit will be collected upon the City’s receipt of a completed Bike Locker Rental Agreement form. The rental fee for bike lockers is $5 per month due on the 1^st of every month.  Once you return your bike locker key to the City, then you will be refunded your $50 deposit within 60 days.

To view frequently asked questions on bike lockers, please CLICK HERE.