The content of this page will provide guidance through the approval process of General Permits.
Utility Box Beautification Program Guidelines
Photos of the utility box location and pertinent existing road features
Display template showing all faces of the utility box, with proposed images
Details on materials used to paint the utility box
Register for an account on EPIC-LA
The steps below will guide you through the application submittal process in EPIC-LA.
Select "Road Encroachment Permit" from the "Apply" pull down menu.
Select the blue box to provide the project address and/or parcel number. Parcel information can be found using the County Assessor's website.
Provide a detailed project scope in the "Description" box.
Add permit owner, artist, or volunteer, they will need to create EPIC-LA accounts also.
Provide all requested information. Acknowledgements must be accepted.
Upload files such as UBB Waiver to Alter/Remove Artwork and UBB Indemnification Waiver, pictures, and any other relevant project documents.
Review project before final submittal.
Once submitted you will receive an email with your permit number.
During the Permit Review Process: You may check the status of your permit application through your EPIC-LA account.
Each application submittal will be assigned to a permit engineer for initial review. The applicant will be contacted by the permit engineer and any critical missing items will be requested.
During review, an initial invoice for processing may be generated in EPIC-LA. This invoice must be paid before any further work will be performed. Prior to permit issuance, all required documents must be received or approved and all invoices must be paid.
Following permit issuance, the applicant must comply with all permit conditions. The new point of contact will be the inspector and the permit office.