Department of Transportation Utility Permits
An Encroachment Permit is required for any work within an El Dorado County (County) maintained road easement or right-of-way per Chapter 12.08 of the County code of ordinances. Applicants have the options to apply directly in person at either the Placerville or South Lake Tahoe office front counter locations, or by email at dot.permits@edcgov.us.
Grading, Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance
El Dorado County has the discretionary authority to issue permits for the movement of vehicles/loads exceeding statutory limitations on the length, width, height, and weight of vehicles as contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code.