Home Special Curb Cuts or Driveway Opening Permits Anyone planning to install a new driveway or extend an existing driveway within the City of Moncton must apply for a Curb Cut Permit. Curb Cut Permits A curb cut involves grinding down a curb to create a new driveway or to widen an existing one. The City of Moncton tenders all curb cut work to qualified private contractors. This process ensures that the work is completed safely, professionally, and in accordance with City standards. FAQ's What is a curb cut? A curb cut is created using a milling machine that grinds down the top portion of a curb to form an opening for a driveway. This can be done to create new driveway access or to widen an existing one. Why are curb cut permits important? Curb cut permits allow the City to:Control the width and placement of drivewaysEnsure curb work is completed safely and professionallyMaintain consistent standards and prevent damage to existing curbs and infrastructure How do I obtain a curb cut permit? To obtain a curb cut permit, you must complete the online curb cut permit application below. Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will be required to pay the applicable curb cut fee. After payment is received, the contractor will complete the work within approximately seven days. What are the next steps once my application is submitted? A City of Moncton surveyor will visit the property to take measurementsThe application is reviewed and approved by the City EngineerYou will receive an email outlining the cost of the work How much does it cost? Fees:• Minimum charge: $266.26, which includes the first 4 metres• Additional length: $66.57 per metre beyond the first 4 metres• Administrative fee: $143.75 What happens if I modify my curb without a permit? Modifying a curb without a permit may result in fines, and you may be required to restore the curb to its original condition at your own expense, in accordance with City by-laws (By-Law T-410, Section 3.5) What happens once a curb cut permit is issued? Once payment is received:The City will contact the contractor responsible for completing the workThe contractor has five business days to carry out the curb cut How wide can my driveway be? Can I have more than one driveway? Residential properties: Maximum driveway width is 6 metres or no more than 50% of the total property frontageCommercial properties (UR zones): Maximum driveway width is 12 metresProperties in residential zones with less than 30 metres of frontage are limited to one drivewayExceptions may apply for corner lots and properties with multiple dwelling units. Do I need to do anything before the curb cut is completed? Yes. You must clearly mark the location of the proposed driveway opening before work begins. This can be done using:Spray paint, orA stake indicating the desired opening