Permit Applications and Information

The Engineering Department accepts online submissions for most processes. Beginning March 1, 2025, in-person and mailed submissions for the specified processes will no longer be accepted.

Please refer to the appropriate process below, complete or download the necessary submittal documents, and include them in your online submission. All PDFs on this page are fillable. Required documents are bolded, while others may be necessary depending on the permit.

Engineering Department Permit Submittals

To apply for Engineering permit, please see the required information below needed for each permit type, and make your submittal by clicking this button:

Apply for Engineering Permits Online

New Commercial Plan Review Checklist (pdf)
Soil Erosion Permit Application (pdf)
Soil Erosion Permit Submittal Checklist (pdf)

New Residential Plan Review Checklist (pdf)

Right-of-Way Permit Submittal Checklist/Acknowledgement of Hardscaping (pdf)

Soil Erosion Permit Application (pdf)
Soil Erosion Permit Submittal Checklist (pdf)

Monitoring Wells and Soil Borings Submittal Checklist (pdf)

Reference Documents & Information

As-Built Requirements Checklist (pdf)
City of Southfield Primary Road Jurisdiction Map (pdf)
Driveway Approach & Sidewalk Detail Sheet (pdf)
Easement Form (pdf)
Fee Schedule (pdf)
Maintenance and Guarantee Bond Form (pdf)
Small Cell Facilities Guidelines (pdf)
Small Cell Wireless Communications Facilities Deployment Act (Michigan Public Act 365)
Southfield Stormwater Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Agreement (pdf)
Utility Permit Application Procedures and Guidelines (pdf)