Sidewalk Inspection

Sidewalks on private property need to be kept in good repair by property owners.  Residents are encouraged to make sidewalk repairs and replacements as needed, but to ensure sidewalks are in good repair, they are inspected as part of the process for obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy (mandatory on the sale of any property and at the conclusion of many home improvement projects).

Any time Borough sidewalks are replaced or repaired, residents must obtain a permit from the Department of Public Works.  Residents must file for the permit in person at the DPW office located at 473 Doremus Avenue. For more information, call (201) 670-3980.