Road Permits

Traffic cones on road diverting traffic

Depending on your project, you may be required to get a road permit before you begin. Review the road permits issued by the Town of Whitby.

Road Occupancy Permit (Work in Right-of-Way Permit)

A Road Occupancy Permit (Work in Right-of-Way Permit) is needed for any work that causes traffic disruptions, such as blocking lanes with materials, or equipment, or modifying roadways, sidewalks, curbs, or for an upcoming event, filming shoot and other areas within the right-of-way by cutting, excavation, boring, filling, adding, or altering.

Please complete the online Road Occupancy Permit (Work in Right-of-Way Permit) Application. If this is your first time applying for a Road Occupancy Permit (Work in Right-of-Way Permit), you will need to create an account.

It will take up to five business days to process your permit application. Once you receive approval, you need to have the permit with you at all times during the road closure.

Notification requirements

If a roadway is going to be partially or completely closed, you need to notify the following agencies about the date and time of the closure:

Culvert Permit

If you need to add a culvert to your property or development, you'll need to apply for a culvert permit. Please complete the Application for Culvert and submit it by email.

Curb Cut Permit

If you'd like to widen your driveway, you'll need to apply for a curb cut permit. Review the requirements and find out how to apply.