Sidewalk Repair Program Information

Sidewalk Maintenance:
Maintenance and repair of sidewalks is the property owner’s responsibility, except when damage is caused by an official City street tree.

Street Trees: To verify if you have an official City street tree, contact the Public Works Agency, Tree Services section at (510) 615-5850.

Sidewalk Repair Permit:
Sidewalk repairs that involve less than 25 square feet do not require a City permit. The property owner should contact the City to schedule a sidewalk inspection prior to commencing work to identify limits of repair and after repair is completed. Sidewalk repairs that involve more than 25 square feet require an Engineering - Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk, Driveway Permit from the Building Services - Permit Counter, 250 Frank Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, (510) 238-3443, before the work can commence. After permit is obtained, the property owner should call (510) 238-3651 to schedule an inspection prior to commencing work to identify limits of repair.