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Sidewalk and Frontage Improvement Permit Requirements

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Learn more about the permit requirements for specific types of sidewalk and frontage projects.

Please note: Until Jan. 1, 2029, street frontage improvement requirements are suspended for alterations to existing buildings that do not increase occupancy. Some uses, like schools and hospitals, are not exempt. Frontage improvements continue to be assessed for site improvements that increase the daily trips to a site. Requirements for sidewalk repair or changes to driveways (such as closing an unused driveway) may still apply. Please visit this web page for more information or schedule a free 15-minute appointment to discuss street and right-of-way questions.

Sidewalk and frontage improvement permit requirements

Public Right of Way ImprovementSidewalk and Driveway Repair / Minor Improvement PermitPublic Works Permit
Sidewalk and Curb 100 ft. or lessYESOptional
Sidewalk and Curb with TreesYESOptional
Sidewalk and Curb over 100 ft.NOYES
ADA Corner RampNOYES
ADA Mid-block CrossingNOYES
Street PavingNOYES
Sidewalk and Curb with private tree removal 100 ft. or lessYESOptional
Sidewalk and Curb with public tree removal any lengthNOYES
Public Retaining Wall Public Right of WayNOYES

Sidewalk and frontage improvement technical requirements

Public Right of Way ImprovementSidewalk and Driveway Repair / Minor Improvement PermitPublic Works Permit
Transportation Construction Management and InspectionNOYES
Pre Construction MeetingNOYES
Right of Way InspectionYESYES
Performance guaranteeNOYES
As builtsNOYES
PunchlistNOYES
2 Year Warranty and Maintenance bondNOYES
Certificate of liability insuranceNOYES
Contractor's restoration bond and insuranceYESNO
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