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Regional road permits

Permits are required for any work on or near a Regional right-of-way, including construction, access, signage, oversized loads and special events.

Apply online through the Public Works Portal

All road permit applications are submitted through the Public Works Portal. With an account you can:

  • Apply online for a road use permit
  • Check the status of an application
  • Make payments
  • Request an inspection
  • Submit an inquiry

Make sure all required documents are completed and ready to upload before submitting. Permit applications will not be processed until the required fee is paid. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Register or apply through the Public Works Portal

Permit application types

Refer to the permit application for a full list of documents that may be required when submitting a permit application.

Required for any work to be completed on or below a Regional right-of-way, including utility installations, excavations, and other construction activities.

Required documents

  • Completed application form
  • Plan or sketch showing details and location of proposed works, including nearest intersection
  • Traffic control plan or detour plan if proposing a lane closure or full road closure
  • Certificate of liability insurance - $5,000,000 minimum

Required when work not taking place on Regional roads requires a full road closure that diverts or detours traffic onto Regional roads.

Required documents

  • Completed application form
  • Detour plan showing proposed route and traffic management measures
  • Certificate of liability insurance - $5,000,000 minimum

Required for any private road entranceway, driveway, gate or facility constructed as a means of access to a Regional road.

Required documents

  • Completed application form
  • Plan or sketch showing the proposed entranceway location and details, including nearest intersection

A Regional permit does not relieve the applicant from obtaining any required local municipality and / or other governing agency permits. Signs must comply with the applicable Sign By-law and area municipality requirements.

Required for moving an over-dimensional or heavily loaded vehicle on Regional roads, including double-decker buses. An annual permit is available for regular movements within Niagara.

Required documents

  • Completed application form
  • Proposed route details
  • Vehicle and load dimensions and weights

Loads exceeding 63,500 kg crossing Niagara Region structures are subject to an additional Ontario Bridge Formula Check fee. Payment is invoiced following permit approval. This permit does not exempt the applicant from obtaining other permits required to complete the route.

Required for any item that will be installed and remain on a Regional road right-of-way for a period of time, such as temporary structures, equipment or utilities.

Required documents

  • Completed application form
  • All related drawings
  • Certificate of liability insurance - $5,000,000 minimum

Required for placing a sign, notice or advertising device within 20 metres of the centreline of a Regional road. The sign must be placed entirely on private property.

Required documents

  • Completed application form
  • Map or sketch showing the proposed sign location relative to the street and property line
  • Dimensional drawing of the sign

A Regional permit does not relieve the applicant from obtaining any required local municipality and / or other governing agency permits. Signs must comply with the applicable Sign By-law and area municipality requirements.

A special events permit is required to use the Regional right-of-way for parades, festivals, markets or any other events.

Processing time: Allow a minimum of 15 business days from the date of application and receipt of all required documents and fees.

Certificate of insurance: Most permits require a current certificate of liability insurance of $5,000,000 naming Niagara Region as an insured or named additional insured.