simple remove menu dots single 02 check smallcamera 18 minimal leftminimal rightbold direction scf wrench heartFill 1alert home minimalbuilding link 67 eye 17 zoom bold crosshair l circles time 3 circle 08 notes bold addfunnel 40map pin scf wrench heart outlineArtboardc add pin 3 c infob location alert que privacy policy logo facebookShapelogo twitteremail 85

City of Huntsville (Huntsville Connect)

View on Map View on Map

Now Unfollowing

Sidewalk Repair

, reported at 600 Randolph Ave Se Huntsville, AL, 35801, USA.

This request's status is Archived,
Time of creation

Tree roots have unsettled the historic brick sidewalk. We would like to discuss options before work is done.

Request Visibility Public
Request reporter Tina Caudle
Request ID # 8254165
Receiving organization City of Huntsville

Comments (17)

  • Verified Official

    City of Huntsville (Huntsville Connect) assigned this issue to Huntsville Public Works

  • Huntsville Public Works
    Verified Official

    Thank you for contacting the City of Huntsville with your service request. Your inquiry is being processed, and our department will respond as soon as possible. Thank you, The Huntsville Connect Customer Service Team

  • The Watcher
    Registered User

    Brick sidewalk are supposed to be prohibited (which leaves the only option as concrete).

  • The Watcher
    Registered User

    Sec. 23-85. - Material for sidewalks. No sidewalk shall be built of brick or of any material other than that prescribed by the Engineering Standards for Construction of Public Improvements (1991 edition) unless authorized by the city engineer. (Code 1982, § 20-85)

  • Tina Caudle
    Registered User

    I would like to move forward with replacing only the damaged part of the brick sidewalk with concrete. Please leave the brick areas that are not damaged.

  • The Watcher
    Registered User

    The way it is repaired/replaced is ultimately up to the city as sidewalks that run along public streets are in the city right of way and not personal property.

  • Tina Caudle
    Registered User

    Ok, can we move forward with replacing the damaged part? It is a safety concern. I there is any way you can leave the brick that is not damaged that would be preferred because it is historical and beautiful and it is the only place in downtown Huntsville where there is original brick on both sides of the street. Thank you.

  • Todd
    Registered User

    The Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission has purview over this work. I would make sure to "remind" Public Works of this fact and voice concerns to the HHPC.

  • Todd
    Registered User

    Just in case someone says to the contrary, I looked up the citation. Local Act 3017 § (4)(C)(5) "Within or touching upon the boundaries of any Historic Preservation District, no charge shall be made in or upon any public street, way or park without the plan therefor having been submitted to the Commission"

  • Tina Caudle
    Registered User

    Can I get an update on this project as to whether it is happening or not? Huntsville Public Works?? Thanks, Tina

  • Tina Caudle
    Registered User

    Can I get an update on this project? The sidewalk is dangerous and slippery. I am OK to go with concrete. Do you have what you need to move forward or do I need to do something else?? Tina

  • Huntsville Connect Customer Service
    Verified Official

    Issue 8937887 has been marked as a duplicate of this issue.

  • Huntsville Connect Customer Service
    Verified Official

    Public Works is getting quotes from contractors to install a hybrid sidewalk of concrete and brick in the area. There is no timeframe for completion at this point, but we will keep the post updated as we receive information. -The Huntsville Connect Customer Service Team

  • Verified Official

    Issue 9476110 has been marked as a duplicate of this issue.

  • Verified Official

    The supervisor of this project is out of the office this week, but we will post an update next week. -The Huntsville Connect Customer Service Team

  • Verified Official

    Public Works is still working to secure a local contractor for this project, but there is currently an extremely high demand for local contractors. Please reach out to the Public Works Department, (256) 883-3944, if you would like more information. -The Huntsville Connect Customer Service Team

  • Huntsville Public Works
    Verified Official

    Public Works is working to resolve the historical sidewalk issue. If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office at 256-883-3944. Thank you for using Huntsville Connect. PWS

Comments are closed for archived requests.

City of Huntsville (Huntsville Connect)

For the best experience on small screens, please click the button below to launch the Portal or download our Mobile App to your smartphone.