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Works On Highway Right-of-Way

Who Needs a Works Permit?

The Ministry of Transportation permits certain works to be constructed in the highway right-of-way where it is practical and safe to do so. All developers must apply for and receive a permit from the Ministry of Transportation before constructing or maintaining a work or structure or pipe on roads or land controlled by the Minister of Transportation, according to Section 62 of the Transportation Act, .

Go to Apply: Permits for Works on Right-of-Way for specific information about the following permits:

Bus Shelters and Benches
Exploratory Survey
Fencing
Mail and Newspaper Boxes
Sidewalks and Landscaping
Trees on Highway Rights of Way
Utility Permits