1. City of Madison
  2. Development Services Center
  3. Land Development
  4. Public Right-of-Way
  5. Street Terrace Alterations (sidewalk, terrace, drive apron)

Street Terrace Alterations (sidewalk, terrace, drive apron)

The street terrace is the space that lies between the sidewalk and the curb. The following street terrace improvements require a Street Terrace Permit from the Engineering Division:

  • Residential driveway aprons (less than 5 parking stalls)
  • Sidewalk replacement (may require different permitting depending on amount of work)
  • Minor landscaping in the right of way (bricks and pavers, retaining walls, stairways) – subject to approval
  • Installation of terrace rain garden

Process Overview

  1. Apply for Permit

    Note: All contractors performing any work in the City right of way need to be prequalified by the City of Madison.

    APPLY: Apply online.

  2. Permit Review

    Allow 5 – 7 working days for review.

  3. Completion

    Permit issued by City Engineering upon successful review. Follow directions on permit for inspection prior to the start of construction.

Related Forms & Handouts

Public Right of Way

Contact Engineering

Engineering
210 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Room 115
City County Building
Madison, WI 53703
Engineering Division Permit Applications
1600 Emil Street
Madison, WI 53713