| Departments EngineeringFAQs
The sidewalk or curb and gutter in front of
my property is damaged. Who is responsible for the needed repairs?
The adjacent property owner is responsible
for the maintenance and repair of the curb, gutter, and sidewalk
in front of their property. In addition, if the damage constitutes
a public hazard, the City may require the repairs at this time.
I noticed some damages sidewalk along a public
street (not in front of my property), which I believe presents a
public hazard. Who should I tell?
Please call the Engineering Division at
684-4207 and leave the appropriate information.
My sewer lateral is plugged up. Who is
responsible for the needed repairs?
The sewer main in the City street or alley is maintained by the
City. The lateral, from the main to your structure, is your responsibility.
I would like to determine where my property
lines are. Can the City help?
The City can locate the street right-of-way line in front of your
property, but cannot establish your property corners or other property
lines. You will need to contact a licensed land surveyor or registered
civil engineer to perform the necessary field surveying. City staff
will not recommend one firm over another, but several firms who
provide such service are listed in the Yellow Pages under “Surveyors
– Land.”
I want to do some work behind my curb
and gutter. Do I need a permit?
That depends on how far behind the curb and gutter you are, and
what kind or work you are doing. Normally City right-of-way extends
about 10 feet behind the curb line. However, it can vary, and can
be as wide as 16 feet in the original township areas. If you are
doing any major work, such as sidewalks, driveway approaches, or
sewer laterals, you must obtain an encroachment permit. Such work,
if within the City’s right-of-way, must be done by a licensed
contractor.
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