Can I choose to do sidewalk repair work myself instead of participating in the City’s program?

The City will allow you to repair your sidewalk at your own expense.  Because the sidewalk is located in the Right-of-Way (ROW) you must obtain a ROW permit from the City Engineer in accordance with Code of Ordinances Sec. 26- 41 prior to commencing any work. This is a no cost permit but construction standards, bond and insurance requirements must be met.  If you decide to repair the sidewalks you must inform the City in writing, obtain a ROW permit, and complete all repairs prior to the replacement project starting.  The ROW permit application is available on the City’s website HERE or by contacting Assistant City Engineer Alex Austin in the Engineering Department (269-983-5541 or aaustin@sjcity.com). If work is started within the ROW prior to obtaining a permit a fee of $100.00 will be charged.