New TOPS Users

All first-time public space permit applicants need to register as a TOPS user to establish an account. Just click on "Register" and follow the prompts and instructions. You may register as a home owner, tenant, contractor, business or as an organization, individual or agent. To help you remember your TOPS user name, we suggest using your email address.

Search for Permit
Please select a Permit Type and enter Tracking or Permit Number.


Click here for Advanced Search

Apply for new permit
TOPS makes it easy to apply for the type of permit you want - just follow the prompts and instructions.

Press Release

Suspension of Work: Memorial Day,Monday, May 28, 2018

DDOT Announces New Requirements for Roll-off-Debris Containers

Traffic control plans (TCPs) for occupancy permits at construction staging areas are available for viewing online.

TOPS offers new sign printing options

TOPS Now Accepts Sidewalk Café Applications

DDOT Unveils Online Public Space Occupancy Map

DDOT Offering Mobile App for Public Space Permit Information

Suspension of Work
Memorial Day - Monday, May 28, 2018

Attention: Private Users of Public Space and DDOT Leaders

Please note attachment regarding the suspension of work within the District of Columbia public Right-of-Way in observance of the upcoming Memorial Day celebration from 12 noon on Friday, May 25, 2018 through Monday, May 28, 2018. Work may resume with normal approved permitted activities on Tuesday, May 29, 2018. All exemption request must be made to the appropriate ward manager by Tuesday, May 22, 2018 for consideration.

Please distribute to appropriate colleagues, contractors and sub-contractors.

Suspension of Work- Memorial Day 2018

Thanks for your support

DDOT-TOPS Team

System Overview

This online system enables home owners, tenants, and businesses alike to apply for the specific type of public space occupancy, construction, excavation, annual or rental permit required for use of the public space within the District of Columbia. Whether you need to occupy metered and unmetered curbside parking, sidewalk, alley or travel lane areas for your activity or construction related work, TOPS will work for you. If you are a developer or are in need of a zoning plan review through the Development Review Branch, TOPS will work for you as well. Once registered, the system makes it easy for you to log into your account anytime to apply for a permit, edit your application, upload plans electronically, or check the status of your application.

Learn more about the Permit Application Process

Additional Information

For additional public space permitting information, please visit our web site at www.ddot.dc.gov. If you are using a DDOT Kiosk please use the computers available in the Permit Center to browse other sites. You may also contact our main office for additional information at-
District Department of Transportation (DDOT):
1100 4th Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024
Phone: 202-442-4670
Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm and Thursday 9:30 am to 4:00 pm

Frequently Asked Questions	Public Space Fees	Search Permits and Applications

PSC Calendar Please click on 'Open' button to see the PSC calendar. Calendar will be opened in new tab.	Suspension of work Calendar Please click on 'Open' button to see the Suspension of work calendar. Calendar will be opened in new tab.

Public Space Permit Lookup Tool
	Also available is the Public Space Permit Lookup Tool that is enabled by Geographic Information System (GIS). This tool gives you the ability to see permits on an interactive map. Click here to view a map for Commercial Use of Public Space.

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