Permit Applications & Forms

A permit shall be obtained prior to moving or demolishing a structure, building in a flood zone area, working in a city right-of-way, or connecting to water/sewer mains. Some permits may be obtained by a property owner or his/her authorized agent. Certain types of work cannot be performed without a licensed contractor. These are outlined below.

Excavation or Sewer Building Permit Application An excavating permit is required for the installation, repair or replacement of any water or gas service, ($85 fee). A licensed plumber must install the water line. A permit is also required before excavation is done in a city right-of-way and can only be obtained by a licensed contractor.

Excavation or Sewer Building Permit Application

Flood Plain PermitA flood plain permit is required prior to any building permit being issued for a structure within the flood plain areas of the City of Sandusky. The fee is $100.00 for residential and $500.00 for commercial property and must be obtained by the owner or his/her authorized agent.

Flood Damage Prevention Development Permit

Highway Permit Highway permits are issued by the Erie County Sheriff's Office when hauling oversize loads.

Right of Way Construction PermitAll right-of-way applications are to be submitted via BS&A Online website. If you are a new utility company please email or call 419.627.5878 prior to application. 

Right-of-Way Construction Permit Application

Sanitary Connection Fee A sanitary connection fee is required for all new buildings or major additions or alterations thereto, and for any land or building use which causes the discharge (or additional discharge) of wastewater. The fee is based on the size of the water meter and must be paid for by the owner or his/her authorized agent.

Sanitary Connection Fee Schedule

Sewer Permit A sewer permit is required for the installation, repair or replacement or abandonment of any storm or sanitary lateral. Sewer Permits can only be obtained by a licensed contractor.

Sewer Permit Fee Schedule

Sidewalk, Curb & Gutter Permit Sidewalk, curb and gutter permits are required for installation, repair or replacement of a sidewalk, driveway approach or curb and gutter. This Permit must be obtained by a licensed contractor ($10 fee) or a homeowner may obtain a Permit ($5 fee) to replace a sidewalk in front of his/her property only.

Drive Approach/Curb Cut/Sidewalk Permit Application

Water Tap-In Fee A water tap-in fee is required for the installation of new water service. The fee is based on the size of the tap and must be paid for by the owner or his/her authorized agent.
Water Tap-In Fee Schedule

Water Connection Fee A water connection fee is required for new services or to increase the size of an existing service. The fee is based on the size of the meter and must be paid for by the owner or authorized agent.

Water Connection Fee Schedule