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1. How do I schedule an inspection when the work is complete?

Contact the Department when work is complete by emailing pwadmin@bainbridgewa.gov.  Reference, see 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
• Choose the ROW Type pertaining to your permit application. 

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 recommended that you confirm with the Engineering Department if you hare unsure whether it's public or private. 

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 be located in advance of ANY digging within the public right of way via contacting 811.  This is to protect public health and safety as well as to prevent any disruption of vital underground utility services. 

The lines may be for planning purposes to identify possible areas for new utility installation or for maintenance purposes. 

See color codes for the specific types of utility.

811 Locates Webpage