Permits

When a Permit Is Needed

  • Water Tap and Meter
  • Sanitary Sewer Tap
  • Storm Sewer/Drainage (if applicable and allowed)
  • Drive Approach/Curb
  • Sidewalks
  • Opening in Right of Way

Applying for a Permit

Discuss proposed needs with one of the engineering staff members so that the correct permit is applied for. An engineering staff member will advise you of the proper City construction specifications for working within the street right of way. The permit fee will be calculated and relayed to you.

Properly fill out permit and pay the permit fee. Permit is approved once signed by the City Engineer.

The following permits, forms, and drawings can be accessed and downloaded on this page. However, the completed forms and permits must be returned to the Engineering Division located at:
631 Perry Street
Suite 102
Defiance

Permits must include proper payment (if applicable) to be processed. Please call 419-784-2249 if you have any questions.

Street Light Request Form

A street light petition must be completed and returned to the City Engineering Division. If recommended by the City Engineer the request will be forwarded to th Public Utilities, Gas, Lights Committee. Upon their approval a street light will be requested from the appropriate utility company.

Development

See our Development page for information on districts, zones, and maps.

Steps Contractor Takes Once Notified of an Approved Permit


Water Tap & Meter

  • Extend the building water service to the agreed upon location by the street.
  • The City water crew will then tap the City water main, run a service line, install a curb stop valve and box, and attach to your building service line.
  • Once the City’s plumbing inspector has approved the building’s plumbing, the City’s Meter people will install the meter.

Sanitary Sewer Tap

  • The contractor shall notify Engineering (at least 48 hours in advance) for an inspection prior to covering the sewer service.

Storm Sewer/Drainage

  • The contractor shall notify Engineering (at least 48 hours in advance) for an inspection prior to covering the sewer service.

Drive Approach (Curb Cut)

  • The contractor shall notify Engineering (at least 48 hours in advance) pouring concrete for an inspection of forms, grade, and final approval to proceed.

Sidewalk

  • The contractor shall notify Engineering (at least 48 hours in advance) pouring concrete for an inspection of forms, grade, and final approval to proceed.

Opening in the Right of Way

  • Prior to closing of the opening in the right of way, the contractor shall notify Engineering (at least 48 hours in advance) for the appropriate inspections.