How Do I Apply for a ROW Construction Management Plan

Instructions for Applying for a Right-of-Way Construction Management Plan

Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply for a Right-of-Way (ROW) Construction Management Plan permit using the Seattle Services Portal. This process helps ensure that your application for managing demolition and construction impacts to the public meets Street Use's requirements for construction work in the ROW.

What You'll Need to Start Your Application

Make sure you have the following documents ready before starting your application. They are available on the Street Use Permitting Checklists, Forms, and Templates page.

• Construction Management Plan Phase Details
• ROW Impact Plan
• Haul Route
• Construction Worker Parking Map
• Letter of Authorization
• Any additional documents specific to your project. A reviewer will notify you if additional materials are needed.

Key Terms

Here are some important terms you’ll come across during the application process.

• ROW Construction Management Plan: A comprehensive plan detailing how your project will manage and impact the public right-of-way.
• Letter of Authorization: A signed document that gives permission from the property owner to another party (like the applicant) to manage the permit.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Log in or Register

1. Go to the Seattle Services Portal.
2. Log in:
   • If you already have an account, log in with your credentials.
   • If you don’t have an account, register for a new account before proceeding.

Step 2: Start the Application

1. Click on the Home tab in the portal.
2. Under Create New, select Permits – Street Use.
3. Expand the Planning section by clicking on it.
4. Click ROW Construction Management Plan.

Step 3: Provide Project Location

1. On the Location Information page, enter the address of your project. For best results, only enter the Street No. and Street Name when searching.
   • Street No. (required) – Enter the house or building number.
   • Street Name (required) – Enter the name of the road. For a numbered street, such as 700 5th Ave, only enter "5".
2. Click Search. If prompted, select the correct address or parcel number.
3. Click Continue to proceed.

Step 4: Add Contact Information

On the Contacts page, provide contact details for:

• Applicant - the person who is filling out this application.
• Owner - the person or organization responsible for the project or work.
• Financially Responsible Party (FRP) - the person or organization paying any permit fees.
• Optionally, add additional contacts like an Authorized Agent in the Contact List section.

1. To add a contact:

   • Click Myself to auto-populate the contact information from your Seattle Services Portal user account. 
   • Click Someone Else to find an existing contact. If the person or organization isn’t found, click the “Person or organization not listed? Add them here." link.

   Note: If the Applicant or Financially Responsible Party is different from the Owner, a Letter of Authorization will be required later.

2. Click Continue to proceed.

Step 5: Provide Project Information

1. On the Project Information page, complete the following fields:
   • Project Name – Enter a brief title for the project. This name appears on your invoice if you are billed.
   • Project and Location Description (required) – Describe the work to be carried out. Be detailed and specific about the scope and location of the work
2. Click Continue to proceed.

Step 6: Provide Related Information

1. On the Related Information page:
   • Provide related permit numbers if applicable, especially the SDCI Land Use Permit (MUP).
   • Optionally, enter a Project Name.
   • Optionally, enter a Customer Reference. There are two fields you may use for your reference. Both fields appear on your invoice if you are billed.
2. In the Permit Priority section, note if your project supports affordable housing, SDOT projects, or other transportation initiatives.
3. Skip the Project Identification section unless an SDOT employee specifically directed you to complete it.
4. Click Continue to proceed.

Step 7: Add Project Planning Details

1. Enter your most accurate Planned Start Date and End Date. Use MM/YYYY format.
2. Answer questions about project impacts, such as proximity to schools, hospitals, or special event areas.
3. List any known special events occurring during your project timeline.

Step 8: Select Project Phases

1. Uncheck any phases that don’t apply to your project (e.g., demolition if no structures exist).
2. Add and name an additional phase if your project includes one not listed.
3. Click Continue to proceed.

Step 9: Attach Required Documents

On the Documents page, upload the required documents.

1. To attach a document, click Select under the Attachment section.
2. Select your document:
   1. Click Select in the File Upload popup.
   2. Select your Construction Phase Management Plan and click Open.
   3. Click Done in the File Upload popup.
3. Select your document type:
   1. Choose Construction Phase Management Plan as the Document Type.
   2. Optionally, enter Description of the document.
4. Click Save and wait for the upload to complete. Note: It may take a few minutes for your Construction Phase Management Plan to fully upload.
5. Repeat steps for any additional required documents. When prompted, select the document type that matches the document you are uploading.
6. Click Continue to proceed.

Step 10: Review and Submit

1. On the Review page:
   • Verify that all information is correct.
   • Make edits as needed by clicking Edit in the relevant sections.
2. Scroll to the bottom. Agree to the certification statement by checking the box.
3. Click Continue to submit.

Step 11: Confirmation Displays

A Thank You page will display, along with your application’s Record Number.

• Keep this number for future reference.

Congratulations! Your application has been submitted for review. The Street Use team will contact you if additional information is required. For questions or updates, email [e-mail] and include your Record Number in the subject line.

You can log in to the Seattle Services Portal at any time to track the status of your application.

Need Help?

Visit the Seattle Services Portal, email [e-mail], or call [phone].