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El Cajon Concrete Permit Guide
An El Cajon concrete permit depends on where the work sits. Anything in the public right of way needs a city encroachment permit, from $135 for a repair.
At a Glance
- Your lot and the street follow different rules.
- Repair of a sidewalk panel or apron is Level One, $135.
- New driveway, sidewalk or curb work is Level Two, $450.
- Digging in the right of way is Level Three, $580.
Two Kinds of Concrete Work
El Cajon treats your lot and the street differently. Work on your own land falls under building rules. Work in the public The public strip the city owns. In El Cajon that means streets, parkways, sidewalks and easements. needs an The city permit you need before any work in the public right of way. from the city Engineering side.
The right of way covers streets, parkways, sidewalks and easements. Your driveway The sloped piece of a driveway that meets the street and crosses the curb line. and the sidewalk in front of your house are almost always in it.
Encroachment Permit Levels and Fees
The city handout splits right of way work into three levels. These are the fees it lists. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with the city.
| Level | Fee | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Level One | $135 | Repair of sidewalk panels and driveway aprons |
| Level Two | $450 | Driveways, sidewalks, curb and gutter, curb ramps and curb outlets |
| Level Three | $580 | Right of way work that needs digging, trenching or potholing |
The handout also lists $100 an hour for extra inspection or plan review time.
Find Your Permit Level
What the City Asks For
- A detailed drawing to scale
- A certificate of insurance
- A traffic control plan, if the city requires one
- A current El Cajon business license
- A valid contractor license
For jobs that need street work, the handout says an A General Engineering Contractor license is required. A The state license class for concrete contractors. It covers forming, pouring, placing and finishing concrete. concrete license alone may not cover curb and street work. Ask the contractor which license they will file under.
Work on Your Own Lot
We did not find an El Cajon page that says when a private patio, walkway or slab needs a building permit. Size, height, drainage and any structure on top can all matter. Call the city before you start.
Where to Ask
The city Project Assistance Center is at 200 Civic Center Way, El Cajon. The phone is 619-441-1742. You can also read the city encroachment permit handout.
Call 811 Before Digging
State law says anyone digging must notify the regional notification center at least two working days ahead, and not more than 14 calendar days ahead. The day of the call does not count. Dial 811. See Government Code 4216.2.