Sidewalks, Walkways & Driveway Aprons in Burlington County, NJ

Who is responsible for the sidewalk?

In many New Jersey towns, the property owner is responsible for maintaining and repairing the public sidewalk in front of the home, even though it sits in the public right of way. Some towns offer programs to help. Evesham, for example, has a sidewalk shared service program. Rules vary by town, so call your public works or engineering office if you received a notice or are not sure.

Permits in the right of way

• Township streets. Work on sidewalks, curbs and driveway aprons in the public right of way usually needs a township permit and must follow the township's construction standards for thickness and slope.
• County roads. If your home is on a county road, such as County Route 541, the apron or curb work may need a permit from the Burlington County Engineer's office.
• State highways. On state highways such as Routes 38, 70, 73 and 130, driveway access and work in the right of way fall under the New Jersey Department of Transportation.

Your contractor should know the local process; ask who pulls the permit and schedules inspections.

Accessibility and slope

Public sidewalks are generally built to accessibility standards for slope and cross slope, and towns often specify thickness, and thicker sections where cars cross at driveways. Following the town's standards avoids having to tear out new work.

Front walks and paths

Private walks from the driveway or sidewalk to your door have more design freedom: broom finish, stamped borders or exposed aggregate. Good walks are sloped to drain, have a compacted base, and are jointed to control cracking.

Trees and sidewalks

Street trees often lift sidewalks. Cutting roots can damage or destabilize a tree, and many towns regulate street trees. Check with the township before roots are cut, and ask about options such as rerouting or ramping the walk.

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