Major projects include:
- capital projects
- development
- 3rd party utility
- construction related bins
- street parking restrictions
- oversize loads
- overweight loads
Highway Use Permits
We require a Highway Use Permit if you're performing an action that may disrupt the normal flow of pedestrian or vehicle movement, or interferes with City parking, sidewalks, or bike path access. Regardless of the duration of your disruption, you must apply for the permit. A permit is required for any asphalt or concrete utility cuts as well.
How to apply
Please complete a Highway Use Permit Application 10 working days before your intended start date. Paper and PDF applications are no longer accepted.
Highway Use Permit types
First, you must determine which type of Highway Use Permit you need.
Minor requests include:
- moving trucks
- storage containers
Minor requests require a basic sketch or plan of the site location.
Community event uses include:
- event parking
- street-based events
- marathons
- parades
Movie production uses include:
- parking
- road closures
Application requirements
Permit application requirements can changes depending on the type of your application. You must submit your completed application 10 working days before your intended start date. View our Fees Bylaw to see the current fees.
The following may be required as part of your application:
You must complete the Prime Contractor section of the permit application, or if you're the property owner, you must complete the applicant acknowledgement section of the application.
Prime Contractors must comply with the BC Manual for Traffic Control for Work on Roadways, as well as the Workers Compensation Act, and Occupational Health & Safety Regulations at all times.
We require you to provide us with proof liability insurance (minimum $3 million) before approval. You must name the City of Port Moody as co-insured and the policy must include a 30-day cancellation notice.
Major Projects, Community Events and Movie Productions also require a Traffic Management Plan, consultation with Coast Mountain Bus Company, and public notification of any upcoming closure or disruption.
A refundable damage deposit may be required for utility cuts or in case of potential accidental damage to nearby infrastructure and utilities.
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100 Newport Drive
Port Moody, B.C.
V3H 5C3
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