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Permits Frequently Asked Questions

Permits - FAQs

I have several questions and I am not sure who to contact.

Call the Public Works Department at (818) 238-3915 or (818) 238-3950 and your inquiry will be directed accordingly.

 

Who can I contact about street parking in residential areas?

Contact Community Development to inquire about parking.

 

I want to build a fence, who do I need to speak with?

Contact the Planning Division at (818) 238 - 5250 for all information regarding guidelines and restriction.

 

Can Public Works give me information regarding the location of my property line?

No, you will need to hire a license surveyor to determine the property lines.

 

What kind of information can I get from Public Works regarding my property?

Public Works can only provide information on lot size and easements locations.

 

I have comments, questions, concerns about trash pick-up, who can I contact?

Visit Trash & Recycling or call (818) 238-3800.

 

How can I obtain a dumpster?

Temporary dumpsters are available for rent through Trash Services.
For a large dumpster container permit contact us at (818) 238-3950 or visit our office.

 

I have a complaint about my neighbor who can I contact?

For issues regarding:

 

Do I need a permit to empty my pool on to the street?

 Yes, all water discharge requires a permit. You must us at (818) 238-3950 or visit our office to obtain a permit.

 

The trees in the parkway (sidewalk) need trimming, can I do it myself?

No, You must notify Burbank's Parkway Tree Services at (818) 238-5304 and they will take care of the problem.

 

Trees are uplifting my sidewalk, who can I notify?

Please contact Street & Sidewalk Maintenance at (818) 238-3800.

 

I want to redo my driveway, who do I need to contact?

If the driveway is on private property, call Building Department at (818) 238-5220.

If the affected area is on the sidewalk, including driveway approach, contact the us at Public Works at (818) 238-3950

 

I'm a contractor working on the city streets and I need to close a traffic lane and or an ally. Who do I need to contact?

Call Public Works at (818) 238-3915 and ask to speak to a traffic engineer for traffic control guidelines. You can also visit the Traffic section of the Online Counter to read the General Traffic Control Requirements.

LOCATION, HOURS, & CONTACT
Location
150 North Third Street
Burbank, CA 91502
Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - *3:30 p.m.

 *Counter closes at 3:00 p.m. on Fridays