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Hello. While the sidewalks were fixed a few yrs ago this area was neglected. A neighbors wheel chair was stuck the other day. I had previously requested this to be fixed and it was denied. How can I ensure my tax dollars are spent to fix this. We have 2 people in wheel chairs - both of which now ride in the street or other side.
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應答 Executive Administrative Assistant - Department of Parks & Public Works (Verified Official)
First step is to have Public Works inspect the location and make a determination about the sidewalk. If there is a city factor impacting the sidewalk's condition (ie. tree) then the city is responsible for grinding/repair. If damage is caused by wear/tear/neglect and would pose a safety hazard, we at Public Works will try to alleviate the hazard by patching it and then deem a full repair is the "resident's responsibility".
In some cases, if area being impacted is severe and involves more than one address, area can be reviewed by the Resource Allocation Committee for a major project. Engineering would oversee new sidewalk replacements.
We at Public Works will always work with property owners to explore how best to get the work done.
關閉 Executive Administrative Assistant - Department of Parks & Public Works (Verified Official)
Issue closed. If you need to report another issue please submit to See Click Fix or call Department of Public Works at (203) 946 - 7700. Thanks.
vivawack (Registered User)
Tommy (Registered User)
Hello vivawack,
Please see the last posted comment from our city. The inspection was done on Monday, June 13, 2022. It appears the sidewalk repairs are the responsibility of the residents who live at 44 Girard Avenue.
Normally, when a city tree's growth causes damage to a sidewalk, our city makes the repairs. This is not the case with the sidewalk in front of 44 Girard Avenue.
Hope is not yet lost. Please read through the ordinances that encapsulate sidewalk repairs. There are many conditions involved in determining who needs to pay for the repairs.
If you're interested, those ordinances can be seen here:
https://library.municode.com/ct/new_haven/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TITIIICOGEOR_CH27STSIPUWA_ARTIVCOMADESTSI
If you don't have time to read it in its entirety, you should at least read the following sections:
Sec. 27-102
Sec. 27-103
Sec. 27-104
I hope this information helps.