Road and Traffic Questions

How do I apply for a Right-of-Way or Utility Permit?

What is a Right-of-Way Permit?
Any work in the county right-of-way that is not related to utilities requires a Right-of-Way Permit. This includes work such as sodding, fencing, irrigation systems, signs, pavement, concrete, or tree work.

What is a Utility Permit?
Any utility work in the county right-of-way—such as water, fiber, gas, sewer, or reclaimed water—requires a Utility Permit.

To apply for a permit, visit the Citizen Self-Service Portal.

How do I report a road sign or traffic signal issue?

The Traffic Control Division installs and maintains traffic signals, signs, pavement markings, and lighting throughout Clay County in accordance with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standards.

You can report issues with traffic signs, signals, school crossing beacons, or pedestrian crossings through Clay Connected .

How do I report a road striping issue?

Clay County performs road striping throughout the year. To report a striping issue, submit a request through Clay Connected .

How do I report illegal stormwater discharge?

To report illegal stormwater discharge, submit a request through Clay Connected .

Where can I find information on road resurfacing projects?

The County develops a resurfacing list each year based on roadway conditions and citizen requests. If you notice a road that needs attention, you can submit a request through Clay Connected .

Roads are reviewed, scored, and prioritized for the resurfacing program. Due to limited funding, it may take several years for a road to be scheduled. In the meantime, maintenance such as patching is performed as needed.

Road conditions are evaluated using the following criteria:

• Oxidation or raveling of asphalt
• Cracking of asphalt
• Cuts, patches, and potholes
• Depression or rutting
• Ride quality
• Traffic volume

Who can I contact about traffic calming (speed bumps)?

Clay County has a process for evaluating traffic calming measures in neighborhoods. To request a review or speak with staff, submit a request through Clay Connected .

Who do I contact about getting my dirt road paved?

Clay County maintains approximately 225 miles of dirt roads. Due to limited funding, paving projects are prioritized based on a scoring system.

To request a review or check the status of a road, submit a request through Clay Connected .

Roads are evaluated using the following criteria:

• Average annual maintenance costs
• Right-of-way width
• Minimum graded width
• Average daily traffic
• Drainage issues
• School bus routes
• Public facilities and service request frequency
• Paving difficulty
• Construction cost
• Number of driveways per mile