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Public domain occupancy permit in Merelbeke-Melle

For work on the public domain in Merelbeke-Melle (East Flanders) you apply for an occupancy permit via EagleBE, with an indicative processing time of about 10 days. We take that application completely off your hands and align it with your construction site signage.

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Application platform
EagleBE, application page
Processing time
± 10 days
Cost / fee
A public domain occupancy application is free of charge in Merelbeke-Melle.

We handle the permit application for contractors and construction and renovation companies; private customers rent the signage from us and apply for the permit themselves at the municipality.

Procedure in Merelbeke-Melle

Since the merger, Merelbeke and Melle form a single administration: Merelbeke-Melle. The application is handled online via EagleBE. For a no-parking zone, a container or scaffolding you submit at least 10 working days in advance; for works or a horeca terrace this is 20 working days.

How the application works in Merelbeke-Melle

  • Submit your application online via EagleBE.
  • No-parking zone, container or scaffolding: at least 10 working days in advance.
  • Works or horeca terrace: at least 20 working days in advance.
  • Questions? Email inname@merelbeke-melle.be or call 09 210 33 10.

Points of attention

  • Merelbeke and Melle are one municipality: Merelbeke-Melle.
  • No-parking zone, container or scaffolding: 10 working days. Works or terrace: 20 working days.
  • The application itself is free of charge.

Frequently asked questions about the permit in Merelbeke-Melle

Do I need a permit in Merelbeke-Melle for work on the public domain?
Yes. If your work occupies (part of) the roadway, a parking strip or the pavement, you need a public domain occupancy permit in Merelbeke-Melle. If you work entirely on your own site, you don't.
Where do I apply for the occupancy permit in Merelbeke-Melle?
In Merelbeke-Melle the application is handled online via EagleBE, the online occupancy platform. You'll find the direct application link above under "Application platform"; we can also take the entire application off your hands.
How far in advance do I have to submit the application in Merelbeke-Melle?
Allow an indicative period of around 10 days. The exact deadline depends on the type of occupancy and the disruption you cause. You'll find it above under the procedure. So submit well in advance, so that both the permit and your construction site signage are ready in time.
What does occupying the public domain in Merelbeke-Melle cost?
A public domain occupancy application is free of charge in Merelbeke-Melle.
Do I need a signage plan?
As soon as you occupy (part of) the roadway or a parking strip, you usually have to submit a signage plan with compliant signs. The permit determines which signage is required. You rent those signs from us, SB250-compliant.
Can you arrange the permit in Merelbeke-Melle for me?
Yes. We submit the application in Merelbeke-Melle for you, follow it up and deliver the accompanying construction site signage on site, on time.

Rent the matching construction site signage

The permit dictates which signs you have to place. These are the sets and barriers most often needed for a public domain occupancy in Merelbeke-Melle, SB250-compliant, with optional delivery and installation.

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Apply for your permit in Merelbeke-Melle

For professionals with a VAT number only. We submit the application, follow it up and let you know as soon as the decision is in.

The site

What are you occupying? More than one answer possible.

The first and last day of the occupancy. These dates go into the application to the municipality as entered.

Attach a signage plan or sketch

For an occupancy with works, the municipality often asks for a signage plan. If you have one, attach it here. If not, we will draw it up.

Up to 5 files of 4 MB. Pdf or photo (jpg, png, heic, webp).

Your request reaches us with all the details, so there is no need to call. Site at a standstill? Then do: 09 278 79 01 (maandag tot vrijdag 09:00 - 12:00).

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