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City of Ames IA

Ames City Clerk
515 Clark Avenue
Ames, IA 50010
Phone: 515-239-5105
Fax: 515-239-5142
E-mail:
dvoss@city.ames.ia.us

City Clerk's Office

Temporary Obstruction Permits

Temporary Obstruction Permits are necessary when portions of a public right-of-way will be blocked temporarily during construction, renovation or repair, or for sidewalk sales.

Please read Section 22.4 of the City of Ames Municipal Code (beginning page 22-2) before completing the application.

A Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Ames as an additional insured with comprehensive general liability limits in the amount of $500,000 combined single limit shall be in full force and effect during the life of the permit. A copy of the current insurance certificate shall be maintained on file with the City Clerk.

Application for Temporary Obstruction Permit*