The authorizations for temporary occupation of the public road

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Scaffold, fence, closed container or lift for more than 24 hours

To be able to install a scaffold, a fence, a closed container or a lift on the public road for a duration of more than 24 hours, it is necessary to complete the request form (PDF, 0,02MB) by following scrupulously the instructions below.

This form must be signed by the entrepreneur and the project owner and given to the concerned service accompanied with a sum of 6,25 euro.

The period of treatment for the demand depends on the importance of the construction site. It varies according to the number of notices to be asked (Road Works Department, Police). For example, for the placement of a scaffold or a lift that is not hampering pedestrians and vehicles, the delay is about a week. For the big construction sites, it is advised to get in touch with the Police at the same time.

The authorization will be passed on by mail to the entrepreneur. Attention: you should not forget to pay the tax on the temporary occupation of public roads (PDF, 0,01MB).

Open container for more than 24 hours

To be able to install an open container (for example a container with waste) on the public road for a duration of more than 24 hours, it is necessary to contact the Road Works department (Study-Permit Unit): 02 279 60 10.

The authorization is given, in exchange for the payment of the tax sticker (6,25 euro).

Attention: you should not forget to pay the tax on the temporary installation of a container (PDF, 0,01MB) (15 euro/day).

Booking of the public road

To reserve a part of the public road for a duration of less than 24 hours (for example to move), it is necessary to go to the police station of your district.

For commercial activities on the public road (terraces, displays, bus shelters, kiosks, you have to get in touch with the unit Trade.