Do I need a permit to widen my driveway in Moncton NB?

In most cases, widening an existing concrete driveway in Moncton requires a driveway entrance permit from the City of Moncton if the widening changes or expands the curb cut or driveway approach at the street — the permit requirement applies at the municipal road interface, not necessarily for the private property portion. Requirements vary depending on whether your property borders a city street or a provincial road, and the specific scope of your project.

City of Moncton permit requirements: The City of Moncton requires a driveway entrance permit for any new driveway or modification to an existing driveway entrance (curb cut) on a city-maintained street. This includes widening the driveway approach at the curb. The permit process ensures the curb cut width, boulevard impact, and sight lines meet city standards. Contact the City of Moncton Planning and Development Department to confirm current requirements and fees before work begins.

Provincial roads in the Moncton area: Some properties in Greater Moncton — particularly in areas that were recently developed or on the outskirts of the urban boundary — front onto provincial roads maintained by the NB Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DTI). If your driveway connects to a provincial road, the DTI driveway entrance permit applies, not the city permit. Check with DTI (1-800-561-4012) if you are unsure whether your street is city or provincial.

Dieppe and Riverview: If you are in Dieppe or Riverview (adjacent communities to Moncton), contact those municipalities directly — each has its own permit process. Dieppe's Planning and Engineering department handles driveway permits; Riverview's Public Works department manages road approach modifications.

Within the property boundary: The concrete work on your private property (the driveway slab itself, beyond the municipal road allowance) typically does not require a building permit if you are replacing or widening an existing driveway within the same general location. However, you must still comply with property line setbacks — most NB municipalities require driveways to be set back 0.5-1.0 metres from property lines.

Practical advice: Call the City of Moncton at (506) 853-3546 before starting any driveway work. Permit fees for driveway approaches are typically modest ($100-$300), and going without a required permit can result in work stoppage orders and costly corrective action. Contractors familiar with Moncton driveway work will typically advise you on permit requirements as part of the quoting process. New Brunswick Concrete can connect you with experienced Moncton-area driveway contractors who know the local permit landscape.