Permits, Forms & Fees

View the following links to access the desired permit / form.

• Approved Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester List (PDF)
• Stanislaus Certified Backflow Tester & CCC Specialist (PDF).
• Outside Contractor Backflow Tester Policy (PDF)
• Encroachment & Trench Cut Permit (PDF)
• Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP) (PDF).
• Fire Hydrant Use Permit (PDF)
• Park Reservation Application, contact Recreation Department at 209-895-8080.
• Oversize Load/House Mover's Permit
• Well Destruction Permit - please see Encroachment Permit (PDF)
• Septic Tank Permits are managed by Stanislaus County Environmental Resources 
• Risk Matrix (PDF) for Insurance Coverage amounts.

Fees

To obtain a copy of the most updated Public Works Fee Schedule, click here: Public Works Fees

Fire Hydrant Use Permit Water Rate Schedule is as follows:

Additional Information

Learn more about each permit, please visit the dedicated webpage.
Application permits may also be picked up at the Department of Public Works.
Return completed applications to the Public Works Office in City Hall, email Public Works or by fax at (209) 895-8069. (A completed application is defined as an application with all pertinent information filled in and a certificate of liability with a required Endorsement form CG 20 10 naming the City as "Additional Insured" attached.)

Please allow three (3) business days to process applications. If you have any questions, please contact us at (209) 895-8060 or by email at publicworks@pattersonca.us.

Special Events Encroachment Permit & Requirements:

All Special Events that will be held on a public facility or that will encroach on public right-of-way (i.e., Parks, City buildings, Sidewalks, or Streets) must obtain an Encroachment Permit from the City. All event holders will be required to sign off on the Encroachment Permit Requirements and Conditions and comply with all Environmental Program Regulations (F.O.G., Stormwater, Water Conservation, Recycling, and Cross-Connection), which are included in the Special Events Application Package (The event holder must also provide adequate liability insurance and pay the current Encroachment Permit Fee. All Special Events are coordinated through the City’s Recreation & Community Services Department. For Further information call (209) 895-8080.