I only want to be inconvenienced once; can I repair the sidewalk squares that are the City’s responsibility when I repair mine?

Depending on the reason the City is responsible for the repairs, it may be possible to repair all of them and be reimbursed by the City for the squares that were marked City responsible. Please notify the City Engineer at 319-354-3040 to coordinate. Prior approval of the scope and type of repair, as well as costs, is required before any work commences on sidewalk panels that are City responsibility.

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1. When will my sidewalks be inspected?
2. Is a permit required?
3. How much will the City charge to repair my sidewalk?
4. If the City repairs my sidewalk, what method of repair is done?
5. What will happen if I can’t find a contractor to do the repair work? Is there a penalty?
6. What is the administrative fee for?
7. If I have the City repair my sidewalk, will my property be assessed?
8. How long will I have to complete the sidewalk repairs?
9. Why are property owners responsible for the maintenance of the sidewalks?
10. I only want to be inconvenienced once; can I repair the sidewalk squares that are the City’s responsibility when I repair mine?
11. Can I fix more squares than are marked?
12. Can the City recommend a contractor?
13. Do I have to hire a contractor or can I repair the sidewalk myself?
14. Will the City inspect the forms and grade?
15. What are the acceptable methods to repair my sidewalk?
16. What if the squares marked on my inspection form are actually adjacent to my neighbor’s property?
17. I sold the property, should I call the City?
18. What if I disagree with the squares marked?
19. I have seen other squares worse than mine, why weren’t they marked?
20. When the repairs have been made, do I need to notify the City?