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Street Addressing

About The Planning Department is the official regulatory authority on street addresses for the entire Borough outside of the limits of the City of Fairbanks. We create and maintain a collection of all existing, approved addresses and all private and public street names. What We Do Assign all new addresses for the Borough outside of the City of Fairbanks. Research problem or questionable addresses.   Correct or change any necessary addresses.   Maintain list of all approved street names, including both private and public streets. Encourage property owners to physically post their approved addresses. Provide correct address information for the Enhanced-911 emergency response system. Frequently Asked Questions Why do I need a street address? You need a street address in order to receive mail at your physical location and to obtain driveway and zoning permits. Utility companies require a street address in order to provide service. Emergency responders also require a street address so they can find your property in an emergency. How do I obtain a new street address? Addresses are issued for a property based upon the proposed location of the driveway and structure on the property. Once you have a good idea where these items will be located, visit the Addressing Coordinator in the Planning Department, Borough Administrative Center, 809 Pioneer Road, Fairbanks. If you have questions about addressing, please contact us at (907) 459-1260. How should I post my address? Here are some guidelines for posting your address so that emergency responders (and your friends!) can find you: Large Numbers Post your numbers so they are large enough to be seen easily from the road. A minimum number height of 6” is desired—but larger numbers may be required, depending on how far they are from the roadway. Near the Road If the building is not clearly visible from the road, post numbers closer to the road near the driveway entrance, high enough so they won’t be covered by snow. Visible from all Directions Post your numbers as many times as necessary so your address is visible from all directions traffic may approach. On Shared Driveways If the driveway serves more than one address number, post all numbers at the driveway entrance, and also post the appropriate number at each driveway fork and on the specific building to which it is assigned. Free of Snow and Ice Keep snow and ice cleared away from your numbers. Remove snow, break off icicles or hanging roof ice to ensure your numbers are visible. Visible in the Dark Illuminate your numbers when dark outside— use reflective painted numbers, or use a porch light, a nearby street light, a directed spotlight, or purchase electrically-illuminated numbers. Clear Vegetation Trim bushes and trees to keep numbers visible. Clear Visual Obstructions Be sure to move hanging flower baskets, wood piles, tarps, flags, wind socks, parked vehicles, etc., out from in front of your numbers. During Construction If you remove your numbers due to construction or painting of your building, temporarily post your numbers elsewhere, making sure they’re still visible from the road.