601 Lakeside Ave., Rm 518 P: 216.664.2474 |
The Bureau of Sidewalks and Permits assures proper maintenance of the City’s public sidewalks; issues citations, violation notifications, and permits; and administers two sidewalk repair programs.
Property owners with damaged sidewalks may be issued notifications from this Bureau for repairs which are needed to eliminate safety hazards.
Sidewalk Permits
216.664.2474 - Weekdays 7:30am to 4:30 pm - 601 Lakeside Rm 518
The Bureau of Sidewalks and Permits issues sidewalk permits which property owners are required to purchase prior to beginning a sidewalk project. These $25 permits can be obtained weekdays between 7:30 am and 4 pm in City Hall’s room 518. Cash, checks or money orders made payable to The City of Cleveland are accepted. Permits are not issued from November 15 to February 1 unless approved by the Director of Public Service.
50/50 Sidewalk Residential Replacement Program
216.664.2182 - Weekdays 7:30 am to 4:30 pm - 601 Lakeside, Rm 518
The 50/50 sidewalk repair program was designed to encourage the repair of unsafe sidewalks. The City of Cleveland partners with residents and each pay 50% of the total cost to have the sidewalks repaired. The program opens every spring, however the city’s matching funds are limited and the program closes when all City funds allocated have been exhausted.
Repair unsafe sidewalks through a partnership between the City of Cleveland and its residents where each party pays 50% of the cost.
The 50/50 Sidewalk Program is voluntary, but deciding not to have the required repairs made under this program does not relieve the property owner of his/her responsibilities or liabilities under Codified Ordinance 505.11 of the City of Cleveland.
Program ProcessUpon request, a city inspector will visit your property and assess your sidewalks. The city inspector will prepare a cost estimate and take photos. These documents, along with an authorization form, program rules & regulations and a return envelope will be mailed or emailed to you. A Private Tree Authorization may be included if necessary.
The occurrence of work will depend on when the resident’s matching funds are received by the City. Work typically begins 8-12 weeks after receipt of residential funds. In the event City funds are totally utilized and you have authorized the work at your residence, you will be notified by the City.
Financing InformationThe City’s matching funds are limited. Should they become depleted the program will be suspended until additional City funds are allocated. However, requests for sidewalk estimates will continue to be received and performed.
Qualifying Criteria- Property must be zoned residential
- Adjacent sidewalk slabs have a height difference 1/2 inch or more
- Private tree issues must be finalized by property owner prior to city work commencing
- Sidewalk slabs that have a large amount of surface spalling/chipping greater than 1/2 inch deep
- Sidewalks with a large number of cracks that results in rocking or movement
- Sidewalks that pond water causing ice to form
Sidewalks, drive walks, driveway aprons, carriage paths, curbs at the ends of driveways; areas made of stone slab or bricks will be replaced with concrete
Ineligible RepairsSidewalk paths leading to the home, root pruning or removal of private trees
Sidewalk Assessment Program
216.664.2474 - Weekdays 7:30am to 4:30 pm - 601 Lakeside Rm 518
This program is designed to replace all the sidewalks on an entire street at one time. The City pays for half of the expense of the new sidewalks, and the street’s property owners pay the other half. Prior to beginning the work, 75% of the street’s residents must agree to participate in the program. Homeowners can make ten equal payments over five years.
In Shaker Heights, residents are responsible for maintaining their sidewalks and driveway aprons. Sidewalks and driveway aprons are inspected every five years. Residents will receive a notice from the City when repairs are necessary. Residents may hire a contractor through the City who will make the repairs, but they will be charged for the work by the Public Works Department Residents may also hire their own contractor to make the repairs.
Helpful Resources
Please download and view the City’s rules and procedures for sidewalk and driveway apron repairs (PDF). If you have additional questions please contact Public Works at 216-491-1490.
by Regina Jeffers | Feb 4, 2016 The property owner is responsible. Per Chapter 903.11 of the Codified Ordinances, every owner
of any lot or parcel of land in the City shall keep the sidewalks, curbing, gutters, and driveways in the public right of way in front of and abutting upon such lot or parcel of land constantly in good repair and free from nuisances.
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