Installation of a new sidewalk cellar door on a City sidewalk requires a revocable consent.

Revocable Consents are granted by the Department of Transportation, Office of Franchises, Concessions and Consents after extensive review by:

• City agencies
• Elected officials
• Local Community Board
• City's Public Design Commission

The revocable consent agreement requires the structure to be insured and payment of an annual fee.

Learn about revocable consents.

Request permission to install a cellar door in a sidewalk.

What Happens Next

The Department of Transportation reviews  all requests to use City property for the installation of a new sidewalk cellar door.