Why ROW matters
If your trench sits in a public right-of-way — street, alley, or dedicated easement — the city or county usually requires a ROW permit before you dig. Private lot work behind the property line is different; the permit package changes once you cross into public ROW.
What Ideal needs from you
- Site city and approximate alignment
- Whether the trench is on private property, easement, or public ROW
- Utility type (water, sewer, dry conduit, joint trench)
- Any plan sheets or civil markups you already have
We can trench and restore to the conditions in the permit. Lead times vary by jurisdiction across Greater Phoenix, so flag ROW early when you request a bid. We respond within 48 hours.
Typical sequence
- Confirm ownership and ROW limits
- Submit plans / traffic control as required by the agency
- Receive permit and dig window
- Install, inspect, restore