Right-of-way permits in City of Redmond: fees, timeline & requirements (2026)
Everything you need to know about pulling a right-of-way permit in City of Redmond, Washington — when one is required, what it costs, how long review takes, what documents are required, and which inspections you can expect. Cited to Redmond uses ePlans portal..
Free lookup, no account needed — your lot polygon, zoning, setbacks and overlays, cited to City of Redmond's source.
When does a right-of-way need a permit in City of Redmond?
A permit is required for any activity that disrupts traffic, restricts access, or modifies infrastructure within the right-of-way or utility easements, and for any private use of the public right-of-way including streets, on-street parking, and sidewalks. Work that stays entirely on private property does not require a permit — but anything protruding into the public right-of-way does, and nothing may block the sidewalk.
In the source's own words
“The City requires a permit (and a bond under certain circumstances) for any activity that disrupts traffic, restricts access or modifies any infrastructure within the right-of-way, utility easements, or for any private use of the public right-of-way including streets, on-street parking, and sidewalks.”Source ↗verified 2026-09-24
Required submittals
- ROW work plan / sketch
- traffic-control plan if arterial
- certificate of insurance
- bond if required
Inspection sequence
- pre-construction
- subgrade / base
- final ROW restoration
Contractor specialties needed
general
Who can do this work in City of Redmond?
Kolmo Construction is a licensed Washington general contractor — KOLMOL*753JS, active through April 10, 2027, bonded and insured — working throughout City of Redmond and King County. Kolmo prepares the drawings and submittals, files the right-of-way permit with Redmond uses ePlans portal., carries the project through review and inspections, and performs the construction. Call (206) 410-5100 for a City of Redmond right-of-way quote.
Notes & caveats
Review and approval usually take a minimum of two weeks; allow an additional week if a bond is required. Any work with potential to damage infrastructure in the public right of way will require a performance bond. Submittal detail per the ROW Use Permit Application Submittal Requirements (redmond.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2233).
How to apply yourself
- 1. Confirm your parcel's zoning & overlays. Run an address lookup for your City of Redmond right-of-way — we'll pull your specific lot polygon, zoning, setbacks, and any shoreline/ECA/historic overlays.
- 2. Assemble submittals (4).
- 3. Submit through the city portal: Redmond uses ePlans portal. ↗
- 4. Track review (typical: 10–15 days). Respond to reviewer comments promptly.
- 5. Pay issuance fees (Permit pricing varies by type — see the current fee schedule on the Redmond Right of Way Program page.) and pick up the permit. Inspection card travels with the job.
Or have Kolmo do it
We pull right-of-way permits in City of Redmond every month. We prepare the drawings and submittals, file with Redmond uses ePlans portal., handle reviewer comments, and build the project.
Licensed WA general contractor KOLMOL*753JS · bonded & insured
Right-of-way permits in City of Redmond — FAQ
When does a right-of-way need a permit in City of Redmond?
A permit is required for any activity that disrupts traffic, restricts access, or modifies infrastructure within the right-of-way or utility easements, and for any private use of the public right-of-way including streets, on-street parking, and sidewalks. Work that stays entirely on private property does not require a permit — but anything protruding into the public right-of-way does, and nothing may block the sidewalk.
How much does a right-of-way permit cost in City of Redmond?
Current fee per the City of Redmond fee schedule: Permit pricing varies by type — see the current fee schedule on the Redmond Right of Way Program page.. Plus ancillary plan-review/tech-surcharge fees per city schedule.
How long does City of Redmond take to review a right-of-way permit?
Typical review window: 10–15 days.