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Tulsa Asphalt Paving Guide: Costs, Permits, and Timing

Tulsa has hot summers, cool winters with regular freezes, and rain that peaks in May, and the City requires a right-of-way permit to build driveways, curbs, and sidewalks. This guide covers published local price ranges, Tulsa's right-of-way permit rules, and how to time paving around the local weather. The contractor list above shows paving pros who serve Tulsa on Main Street.

What asphalt work costs in Tulsa

We only list numbers from published sources that give a Tulsa figure. All figures in this table come from HomeBlue's Tulsa cost guides, published in 2022, so expect current quotes to differ. Treat them as a starting point, not a quote.

Tulsa bids often change with base preparation, the condition of an older driveway, and whether the driveway approach at the street is part of the job. HomeBlue's sealing guide also notes that some contractors charge a $75 to $100 mobilization fee on small driveways. We did not find a sourced local figure for pothole patching alone, so ask for repair as its own line item.

City permits and the public right-of-way

Paving that stays entirely on your own lot does not touch the public right-of-way, but driveway, sidewalk, and curb work at the street does.

Right-of-way permit. The City's T-Town Home Catalog guide says building driveways, curbs, and sidewalks requires a right-of-way permit. For the application, it asks for a site plan showing the dimensions of the proposed driveway, the size of any culverts, and the total width at the approach.

Zoning review and inspection. The City's Right of Way Minor Construction Permit Application says widening, changing, or adding a driveway triggers a zoning review that can take up to 14 days, and paving work including driveways and curb cuts must call the inspector 48 hours before concrete is placed. Applications go to ROWPERMITS@CityofTulsa.org.

Tulsa weather and the best time to pave

NOAA's 1991 to 2020 climate normals for Tulsa International Airport show about 41.0 inches of rain a year. May is the wettest month at about 5.73 inches, and February is the driest at about 1.62 inches.

July highs average about 94 degrees, and the station averages about 74 days a year at 90 degrees or hotter. Winters bring about 72 nights a year at freezing or colder and about 8.7 inches of snow, and January highs average about 49 degrees.

Our tip for Tulsa homeowners: spring and fall are the most comfortable windows for paving and sealcoating. Summer work should start early in the morning, and winter jobs need daytime temperatures warm enough for asphalt and sealcoat to cure. Watch the forecast in May, the wettest month.

Tulsa asphalt FAQ

How much does a new asphalt driveway cost in Tulsa?

HomeBlue's Tulsa cost guide (published 2022) puts a new asphalt driveway at $4 to $6 per square foot for 3 to 4 inches of asphalt, including removal of an old asphalt driveway. For a 24 by 40 foot two-car driveway, that guide lists $3,500 to $6,100. Prices have likely moved since 2022, so get written quotes.

How much does driveway sealcoating cost in Tulsa?

HomeBlue's Tulsa driveway sealing guide (published 2022) lists $0.30 to $0.50 per square foot, or about $220 to $360 for a 24 by 30 foot two-car driveway.

Do I need a Tulsa permit to widen my driveway?

Tulsa requires a right-of-way permit to build driveways, curbs, and sidewalks, and its application says widening, changing, or adding a driveway triggers a zoning review that can take up to 14 days.

When is the best time to pave in Tulsa?

NOAA normals for Tulsa International Airport show about 74 days a year at 90 degrees or hotter and about 72 freezing nights. Spring and fall are the most comfortable windows for paving and sealcoating.

Compare Tulsa paving contractors

Contractors listed on the Tulsa hub, from Main Street listings data. Claimed profiles are shown first. Full cards are in the list above.

• The Asphalt Guys, Tulsa
• Oklahoma Striping Company, Tulsa
• Reverence Asphalt and Concrete, Tulsa
• Ellsworth Construction, Tulsa
• Cowboy Asphalt, Tulsa

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Prices above come from third-party guides published in 2022 and are not quotes from Main Street or any listed contractor. Permit rules change; confirm with the City of Tulsa before you start work.