Utility Permits

Instructions to the applicant: 

1. Open the application form using Adobe Reader software. It’s free and downloadable from a wide variety of sources.
2. Enter all of the appropriate information into the “fillable fields” so that we can process your application. If you cannot see the “fillable fields,” then look for a command called “highlight fields” to turn on the color coding of these areas on the form.
3. When you have filled in all the information, place your digital signature in the signature field to complete your application.
4. Save the completed application with a distinct file name.
5. Attach this file to an e-mail to our Mason County Road Commission permit department at permits@masoncountyroads.com.
6. The Mason County Road Commission will complete the issuing of the permit and e-mail the final document to you.

Note: If you do not sign with a digital signature, print the form, then sign, scan, and email it to the Mason County Road Commission permit department at permits@masoncountyroads.com.

Please make checks payable to Mason County Road Commission.

Utility Annual Permit – $250 Per Year Annual Utility Permits allow maintenance of leads or services for the utility company’s customers within the Right-of-Way of Roads under the jurisdiction of the Mason County Road Commission.

Permits apply to general and emergency maintenance and repair of existing facilities. They shall cover utilities (underground less than 2 inches) as well as any overhead not requiring a new pole. The permit shall cover maintenance tree trimming but shall not supersede the property owner’s rights. The utility company is required to submit an advance notice of permitted activity on their annual permit application to the Mason County Road Commission. All utility company activities will comply with the current edition of the Michigan Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

Application/Permit (PDF)

Utility Installation Permits – $200 Minimum One Mile or Less
Aerial Line Plowed Cable or Plowed Pipe under a 4-inch diameter
$100 each additional mile
Application/Permit (PDF)

Trenched Utilities – $50 Minimum for 1000 Feet
$.05 per foot in excess of 1000 feet
Application/Permit (PDF)

Utility Inspection (When Required) – $60 Per Hour, Overtime-$90 Per Hour
Shall be required when the County Engineer determines that a Mason County Road Commission inspector is necessary to oversee the installation of said utilities.

Storm Sewer Tap – $50+ tap fee (Inspection fee when crossing road)
When performed by persons other than local townships or persons under contract with local townships. May require Mason County Road Commission inspection and/or density testing.
Application/Permit (PDF)

Water Service Connections – $200 Each
When performed by persons other than local townships or persons under contract with local townships. May require Mason County Road Commission inspection and/or density testing.
Application/Permit (PDF)

Instructions for the applicant

1. Open the application form using Adobe Reader software. It’s free and downloadable from a wide variety of sources.
2. Enter all the appropriate information into the “fillable fields” so that we can process your application. If you cannot see the “fillable fields,” then look for a command called “highlight fields” to turn on the color coding of these areas on the form.
3. When you have filled in all the information, place your digital signature in the signature field to complete your application.
4. Save the completed application with a distinct file name.
5. Attach this file to an e-mail to our Mason County Road Commission permit department at permits@masoncountyroads.com.
6. The Mason County Road Commission will complete the issuing of the permit and e-mail the final document to you.

Note: If you do not sign with a digital signature, print the form, then sign, scan, and email it to the Mason County Road Commission permit department at permits@masoncountyroads.com.

Please make checks payable to Mason County Road Commission.