The Public Works Division is the third largest division in City Government and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City’s infrastructure which includes streets, sanitary sewers, storm drains, bridges, flood control and the City of Memphis’ Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW). In addition, Public Works is responsible for Code Enforcement, Environmental Enforcement, Commercial Code Enforcement, Grounds Department and Memphis City Beautiful.

Effective January 1, 2025, Food Establishment Grease Trap Application for grease traps will be processed through Develop 901 Citizen Portal.

Use the “Engineering Permits” section of the Develop 901 Citizen Portal to request Food Establishment Grease Trap Application

Access Portal HERE

The Develop 901 Citizen Portal provides an online platform to apply for planning & zoning approvals, engineering permits, construction permits, sign permits, licenses, fire permits, and to schedule construction inspections.

The Citizens Portal offers our citizens, businesses, and visitors access to government services online, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.