CITY OF PASADENA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT TO
PLACE A STORAGE CONTAINER IN PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Applicant:
(The applicant shall be the current or prospective occupant(s), or his representative(s), of the subject property fronting the storage container)
Address:
Contact Person: Email:
Daytime Phone: Evening Phone:
FAX: Cell:
Storage Container Company Name:
Phone:
Please apply a minimum of 10 days in advance.
Proposed start date:
Diagram: (Show street, property, driveways, trees, hydrants, and north arrow)
General requirements for storage container placement :
The storage container shall:
1. require a pre-inspection to
determine viability of permit issuance.
2. not be allowed on streets narrower than 30 feet wide (curb to curb).
3. not encroach onto an adjacent travel lane.
4. not create a traffic hazard, community inconvenience or nuisance. A minimum 20-foot clear zone
is required for fire access at all times.
5. be reflectorized and have type 2 barricades with flashers at both ends. Additional traffic control
may be required based on actual conditions.
6. have a flag person present when the container is occupied while on public right of way.
7. not interfere with storm water flows in the gutter.
8. be placed so as to minimize the sight visibility issues at intersections and adjacent driveways.
9. not be placed on parkways or near the drip line of trees.
I declare under penalty or perjury, that I have provided the city with the required insurance; paid the
associated fees; and read, understand, and agree to comply with the requirements noted above.
Signature of Applicant Date
Office Location: 175 N. Garfield Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone: (626) 744-4195 ** Email: pw-permits@cityofpasadena.net
Revised 10/2/19
Address:
Proposed end date:
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d Storage Container Guidelines Street Occupation
Instructions
To place a storage container temporarily in the public right-of-way, a permit MUST be obtained from the
Engineering Division of the Public Works Department. The permit application that begins the process can
be obtained at the Engineering Services Section public counter at 175 N Garfield Ave.
General Information
A storage container must have reflectorization in accordance with City standards which may include the
placement of type 2 barricades with flashers. Caution must be taken to safeguard the traveling public.
Applicant will be held responsible for any accidents resulting from the location of this equipment, as well as
for damage to public streets, curbs, sidewalks and other public property.
Rules and Regulations of Storage Container
1) Each application shall require:
a) The name and address of the applicant, showing legal identity (individual, partnership, or
corporation, etc.) as applicable. The applicant must be the person residing in the home or the
person operating the business in front of which the storage container is to be placed;
b) The purpose in requesting the permit.
c) The business location and owner of the storage container;
d) The duration the storage container would be stored on public right-of-way (10 day maximum);
e) All other information reasonably required by the City Engineer to fulfill the intent of the application;
f) As a part of the application, the applicant agrees to absolve the City of any claims or any liabilities
in connection with the placing of storage container.
2) The City Engineer, or designee, may inspect the site to ascertain a possible alternative to placing the
storage container on the street.
3) If no such alternative exists, the City Engineer, or designee, may inspect the proposed street location to
determine if a traffic hazard, community inconvenience, or nuisance will be created.
4) If storage container must be placed in the public street, the City Engineer, or designee, may approve
the location by pre-inspection where the proposed storage container is to be placed, taking into
consideration such factors as distance from intersection, proximity of neighboring driveways, visibility
offered to drivers, etc.
Revised 7/1/16
5) The City Engineer, or designee, shall determine the maximum length of time the bin shall be allowed to
remain on the City street, (NOT more than ten (10) days).
6) The completed application and recommendation shall be considered by the City Engineer, or designee,
for approval/disapproval. All applications must be submitted a minimum of 4 business days in advance
of proposed start date to allow sufficient time for processing of the permit.
7) The applicant shall be notified of approval/disapproval.
8) If approved, the applicant shall furnish the necessary insurance and pay the associated fees based per
city fee schedule based on duration of described permit.
Fee Payment
Storage Containers Estimate for Public Works Street Occupancy Permit
Per City Fee Schedule (FY21) 1-3 Days 4-10 Days
Processing Fee
$69.00 $69.00
Inspection per week
$98.94 $98.94
Rental
$53.15 $96.49
Total
$221.09 $264.43
Fees are based on 500 square feet or less
Contact information as follows:
Department of Public Works
Engineering Services Section
175 N. Garfield Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone (626) 744-4195
Email: pw-permits@cityofpasadena.net
Revised 6/24/20