Encroachment
The process outlined below applies to appendages attached to a building projecting over:
The encroachment permit does not preclude application for and issuance of any and all other required permits, including building, trade, zoning, and sign permits. For dining areas in the public right-of-way, see Outdoor Dining.
- Public sidewalks
- Streets
- Alleys
- Awnings
- Canopies
- Clocks
- Downspouts
- Flags
- Gutters
- Light fixtures
- Marquees
- Shutters
- Signs
- Thermometers
- Drop boxes
- Flower baskets
- Mail boxes
- Newsstands
- Planters
Additional Encroachments
Other encroachments within the public right-of-way must be approved by City Council and require a different process which is handled by the City of Roanoke's Department of Economic Development.The encroachment permit does not preclude application for and issuance of any and all other required permits, including building, trade, zoning, and sign permits. For dining areas in the public right-of-way, see Outdoor Dining.
Submission Requirements
- Complete Encroachment Permit Application.
- Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement (signature on back of application form).
- Survey or to-scale drawing of property delineating dimensions of encroachment.
- Certificate of Liability Insurance.
- Building plans and specifications.
- Certificate of Appropriateness, if located within the H-1, Historic Downtown Overlay District, or H-2 Historic Neighborhood Overlay District.