Driveway or New RV Pad Permits
Want to Modify or Add a Second Driveway or New RV Pad to Your Residential Property?
Complete Request Form
Upload a simple site plan showing both the existing situation and the proposed work.
Create Permit Number
A planner will enter your application and email you the fee amount. They will also let you know if you need a Right-of-Way permit for your project.
Pay Fees
Fees can be paid in the Online Permit Center via Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover or eCheck, where you can check out as a guest.
Customers may also pay with check or cash by mail or in person.
Plan Review
A planner will review your site plan.
Plan Approval and Permit Issued
When plans are approved an OTC Land Use Permit will be issued and construction can begin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a driveway?
A driveway is a paved way (gravel is not permitted) for vehicular traffic extending from the roadway to the adjacent property line(s) for the purpose of providing access to legal parking.
Do I need a permit to replace/repair my existing driveway (like for like)?
No. An OTC permit is not required. However, any work within the right-of-way requires a ROW permit. All drainage must remain on-site.
Do I need a permit to install or change a driveway or RV pad?
In the City of Vancouver, modifying a driveway, adding a second driveway or adding a new RV pad always requires a permit. Often, more than one permit is required. A permit is needed for work on private property (Over the Counter (OTC) permit). An additional permit will be needed for work in the public right-of-way (driveway approach/street/curb/sidewalk) (Right-of Way (ROW) permit).
What if I am changing the driveway approach or sidewalk?
In the City of Vancouver, any work within the right-of-way requires a ROW permit. This permit must be issued to a licensed contractor who is approved to work in the City of Vancouver right-of-way.
Land Use Planning
cddplanning@cityofvancouver.us
360-487-7803