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1. Directions to the Public Works facility (100 Western Ave)

The link below will provide you with directions to the Public Works Facility located at 100 Western Avenue. All internet and GPS mapping methods have been found to provide incorrect directions to our facility. We hope this this will be more helpful. Click here for directions

2. How can I become a licensed Drainlayer in Framingham?

In order to perform any excavation on public or private property in the Town of Framingham, it is required that you become licensed. The person taking the exam must be insured and possess a Hoisting Engineer's License with the proper restrictions. The exam can be taken at the Public Works Office in Room 213 in the Town Hall located at 150 Concord Street. The exam fee is $50 and the renewal fee is $25. Within 3-5 business days you will receive your results via telephone or mail.

3. Where can I find a list of contractors that are already licensed to work in the Town?

Click on this link. Licensed Drainlayer's List - Short

4. Which insects are harmful to my trees?

Please click on the link:

Pests of Primary Concern

5. How do I handle Water & Sewer utilities when preparing for a demolition?

When you are preparing to demolish a property you will need to prepare all utilities for discontinuation of service. The Public Works utilities you must discontinue are the water and sewer services. To get started, the property owner or contractor can pay the Water turn off fee at the Public Works Office in Town Hall, room 213, located at 150 Concord St. If this is not paid in advance then a service bill will be sent to the property owner. Your receipt will be faxed to the Water Operations Center, and you can then call 508-532-6050 to set up your appointment. The Water Technician will shut off the water from the outside valve and remove the meter. The read on the meter removed will be reported to the Utility Billing office.

It is then up to the property owner to hire a licensed contractor to cut and cap the Water and Sewer services, and schedule a utility inspection with the Engineering Division to meet part of the conditions for acquiring a demolition permit by the Building and Wire Department.

Link to the Building & Wire Department:
Building & Wire Department

6. How can you file a claim with the Town of Framingham?

The following instructions are for property owners to use when they would like to report a claim against the Town: Claim Instructions

7. Where can I report a sinkhole in the public way?

A sinkhole can be caused by many different reasons, so knowing which Department in Public Works to call may not be possible. If you are not sure you may call any of the following Departments to report the sinkhole. Some examples of specific Department related sinkholes are:

1. Highway Department 508-532-6030 - Potholes, or sinkholes around drainage fixtures (catch basins, storm drains).

2. Water Department - 508-532-6050 - Sinkholes around hydrants, water gate covers, or in areas where water work has taken place.

3. Sewer Department - 508-532-6060 - sinkholes around manhole covers, or in areas where sewer work has taken place.