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How can I get my sidewalk or curb and gutter
replaced?
By City Ordinance, the repair or replacement of deteriorated
sidewalk and curb and gutter in the public way is the
responsibility of the adjacent private property owner.
Property owners can hire a contractor to accomplish the required
concrete repairs, which requires a permit to work in the public
way, or property owners can take advantage of one of the
following programs offered by the City:
1) Streets Division 50/50 Concrete Replacement Program
This cost-sharing program splits the actual cost of replacement
between the adjacent residential property owner and the City on a 50/50
basis. Property owners must pay for the work prior to the start of
construction. Construction estimates are provided without charge
and work is scheduled on a "first come first served" basis.
Further information can be obtained by emailing Robert Beard at
robert.beard@slcgov.com or
calling (801) 535-6974.
2) Special Improvement District (SID)
A concrete replacement Special Improvement District is created to
resolve all of the deteriorated concrete problems within a defined
district. The City and the adjacent private property owners share
the replacement costs on a 50/50 basis. Property owners have the
option of paying off the concrete replacement assessment over a
five-year period. Further information regarding SID’s can be
obtained by contacting Lynn Jarman at
lynn.jarman@slcgov.com or
(801) 535-6016.
3) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Concrete Replacement
These federally funded concrete replacement projects are
accomplished with no cost to the adjacent private property owner;
however, funding is limited and work can only be accomplished in defined
"target areas" based on restrictive federal guidelines. Further
information can be obtained by emailing Sam McAllister at
sam.mcallister@slcgov.com
or calling (801) 535-7792.
How can I get accessibility ramps installed on
my street?
Salt Lake City has a strong commitment to improving accessibility for
persons with disabilities through the elimination of barriers in the public way.
An ongoing program of accessibility ramp construction exists and every
effort is extended to meet specific needs. Any questions,
concerns, or requests regarding ADA accessibility in the public way
should be addressed to Lynn Jarman at
lynn.jarman@slcgov.com or by calling (801) 535-6016.
When will my street be repaired?
There are 1780 lane miles of roadway in Salt Lake City. Every
street in this network has been evaluated and programmed for specific
maintenance to optimize the performance and lifespan of the roadway.
Questions regarding roadway condition and maintenance strategy can be
answered by emailing Bill Brown at
william.brown@slcgov.com or by calling (801) 535-6457.
How can I get the City to rebuild my street?
The Capital Improvement Program provides funding for construction,
repair, and upgrading of public roadways, parks, and buildings.
Capital Improvement projects are administered through the Engineering
Division. Community involvement in the determination and conceptual
development of projects is encouraged. Questions regarding the Capital
Improvement Program can be addressed to Lynn Jarman at
lynn.jarman@slcgov.com or by
calling (801) 535-6016.
What is a Special Assessment Area and
what costs are involved?
A Special Assessment Area (SAA) is an area legally defined through
ordinance by the City Council for the installation or reconstruction of
public way improvements. Typical improvements include sidewalk,
curb and gutter, drive approaches, drainage improvements, accessibility
ramps, and placement of topsoil and sod in the parking strip. SID
projects upgrade communities through the elimination of drainage
problems, pedestrian safety concerns, and unsightly conditions in the
public way.
Improvement costs for replacement of deteriorated concrete are shared by
the City and the residential property owner on a 50/50 basis. Business
property owners pay the total cost of improvements adjacent to their
properties. If the requested improvements are being installed for
the first time, property owners pay the total cost of improvements
adjacent to their property. Questions regarding Special Assessment Areas can be addressed to Lynn Jarman at
lynn.jarman@slcgov.com or by
calling (801) 535-6016.
Do I need a permit to do work in the public
way and what will it cost me?
Any construction activity in the public way (property owned by Salt Lake
City) requires a permit from the Engineering Division. This
includes replacement or new construction of sidewalks, curb and gutter,
drive approaches, and utility cuts in City streets. Permits can be
obtained at the
Engineering Division. Information
regarding public way permit issuance and costs can be obtained by
emailing George Ott at
george.ott@slcgov.com or by calling (801)
535-6396.
Where can I get maps showing parks and other
features in Salt Lake City?
The City’s Geographic Information System (GIS) can provide a variety of
maps showing features within the City. Further information
regarding GIS can be obtained by contacting Eric Bernkopf at
eric.bernkopf@slcgov.com or (801)
535-6371.
Is the alley by my house public or private?
Engineering Records Management can provide information regarding private
and public property ownership, including alleys. City maps, Atlas
plats, aerial photographs, right-of-way, and subdivision documents are
all items available through Records Management. Historical engineering
records and project design and construction documents are also available
for review at 324 South State Street, Suite 310. For more
information, please email Karen Carruthers at
karen.carruthers@slcgov.com or (801) 535-6355.
Who can give me information about a
construction project in my neighborhood?
Information regarding work in the public way can be obtained by
contacting Lynn Jarman at
lynn.jarman@slcgov.com or by calling (801) 535-6016. Since
work in the public way can occur for a variety of reasons, some research
may be required to address your concerns regarding a specific location.
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