Per city ordnance it is the responsibility of the property owner to maintain the sidewalk. Parks and Forestry will address any root conflicts once the sidewalk has been excavated. When you arrange with your contractor to open the pavement, contact this Division at 201-547-4449 to arrange to have the roots shaved. We will attempt to have it done that day or the very next business day.

A forestry permit must be submitted before repairs of the sidewalk are scheduled. Per city ordinance it is the responsibility of the property owner to maintain the sidewalk. The division of forestry will address any root conflicts once the sidewalk has been excavated. When you arrange with your contractor to open the pavement, contact our office for root inspection.