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1. Do I need to schedule an inspection when the work is complete?

It is not necessary to call for an inspection. However, we do require that you contact us when work is complete, please see page 3 of your application "Permit Conditions" :

"Upon completion of the work, the applicant will request that the City make an inspection to determine if the work has been completed and that the City facilities have been restored and no damage has occurred."

2. How do I make a payment?

Pay Online:

Follow this link : https://paygov.us/

• Click on “Make a Payment” button (top right).
• Then select Washington, City of Bainbridge Island & Right-of-way Permits
• Lastly input your information. Make sure to choose one "Right of Way Type (Code Starts with RW)" and enter the associate Fee Amount. 

By Phone:

Please call 206.780.8591 to pay over the phone. To complete your payment you must provide the correct payment code and fee. If you are unsure of your code please email : pwadmin@bainbridgwa.gov to request the code associated with your specific permit. 

3. If I live on a private road, do I need a ROW permit?

No, but it is highly recommended that you confirm the road is private by checking with the Public Works Department first.  

4. Someone has painted colored lines on the right of way. Who does this? What are the lines for?

State law requires that underground utilities to be located in advance of ANY digging within the right of way. This is to protect public health and safety as well as to prevent any disruption of vital underground utility services. You are seeing the results of an excavator’s request for "locates" within the general area of proposed work. The lines may be for planning purposes to identify possible areas for new utility installation or for maintenance purposes. Each color reflects the presence of a specific type of utility and its general running direction.