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Vancouver Asphalt Paving Guide: Costs, Permits, and Timing

Vancouver, Washington has a wet winter, a warm dry summer, and regular frost in the cool months, and the City requires a right-of-way permit, pulled by an authorized contractor, for any driveway work in the public right-of-way. This guide covers published local price ranges, Vancouver's driveway and right-of-way permit rules, and how to time paving around the rainy season. The contractor list above shows paving pros who serve Vancouver on Main Street.

What asphalt work costs in Vancouver

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

Clark County bids often change with drainage and base repair after wet winters, older driveways that need full replacement, 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 work where it meets the street does.

Driveway permits. The City's Driveway or New RV Pad Permits page says modifying a driveway, adding a second driveway, or adding a new RV pad always requires a permit, and often more than one, with an over-the-counter (OTC) permit for the work on private property. Replacing or repairing an existing driveway like for like does not need an OTC permit, but any work in the right-of-way requires a right-of-way permit, and all drainage must stay on site. The City defines a driveway as a paved way, and gravel is not permitted.

Right-of-way permit. The City's Right-of-Way Permit Request form must be submitted at least 24 hours before issuance, and the contractor must be on the City's authorized contractor list, which is updated monthly.

Vancouver weather and the best time to pave

NOAA's 1991 to 2020 climate normals for Vancouver Pearson Airport show about 37.5 inches of rain a year, with roughly 24.6 inches falling from November through March. June through September averages only about 4.0 inches combined.

July and August highs average about 82 degrees, and the station averages about 15 days a year at 90 degrees or hotter. It also averages about 45 nights a year at freezing or colder, mostly from November through March.

Our tip for Vancouver homeowners: plan paving and sealcoating for late June through September, when the ground is dry. The long rainy season is the hardest time to pave, and sealcoat needs dry, mild weather to cure.

Vancouver asphalt FAQ

How much does a new asphalt driveway cost in Vancouver?

HomeBlue's Vancouver cost guide (published 2022) puts a new asphalt driveway at $4 to $7 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 $4,000 to $6,900. Prices have likely moved since 2022, so get written quotes.

How much does driveway sealcoating cost in Vancouver?

HomeBlue's Vancouver driveway sealing guide (published 2022) lists $0.30 to $0.50 per square foot, or about $230 to $380 for a 24 by 30 foot two-car driveway.

Do I need a Vancouver permit to replace my driveway?

A like-for-like replacement or repair does not need the City's over-the-counter permit, but any work in the right-of-way requires a right-of-way permit. Modifying a driveway or adding a second driveway or RV pad always requires a permit.

Who can pull a right-of-way permit in Vancouver, WA?

The City says the contractor must be on its authorized contractor list, updated monthly, and the request must be submitted at least 24 hours before the permit is issued.

When is the best time to pave in Vancouver, WA?

NOAA normals for Vancouver Pearson Airport show about 37.5 inches of rain a year, with about 24.6 inches from November through March. Late June through September is the best window.

Compare Vancouver paving contractors

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

• Clark County Paving, Vancouver
• A-Line Asphalt Maintenance, Inc., Vancouver
• American Pride Asphalt Service Company, Vancouver
• Sealcoat Specialties LLC, Vancouver
• Sams Sealcoat and Striping LLC, Battle Ground

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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 Vancouver Community Development before you start work.