Sidewalk Maintenance Program
The 2024 Dublin Safewalks Program includes both sidewalk replacement and sidewalk shaving in various locations. Residents will be notified if their sidewalks are being improved as part of this year’s program.
Work Status
- Annual sidewalk maintenance program to replace sidewalk panels damaged by trees.
- Work will continue in the Tartan West, Bristol Commons, Meadows at Wyndham Village, Bishop’s Crossing-Bishops Run, Park Mill Area, Woods of Dublinshire and Park Place-Post Preserve areas.
Traffic Impact
- Temporary lane reductions around the work zone. Traffic will be maintained in both directions via yield conditions.
- Temporary sidewalk closures during restoration work.
Completion Date
- November 2024
Sidewalk Shaving 2024
Sidewalk shaving will begin the week of Oct. 14 at 268 locations throughout Dublin. Work should wrap up on Oct. 28, weather permitting. This will not affect your Dublin Drive or trick or treat on Oct. 31.
Check the map above to see if your neighborhood will be impacted.
Sidewalk Shaving
Sidewalk shaving is an effective way to remedy trip hazards on sidewalks that are otherwise in good condition. The process takes approximately 30-60 minutes per location. If a sidewalk cannot be shaved without compromising the structural integrity of the walk, the location will be added to the sidewalk replacement evaluation program to be funded in future years.
Sidewalk Replacement
Sidewalk replacement is a more involved process than sidewalk shaving. It involves the removal and replacement of the existing sidewalk. The replacement process at each location typically takes less than ten days from start to finish.
Dublin City Council places a high priority on maintenance of the City’s infrastructure and expects a safe sidewalk network throughout the City. Sidewalks provide community-wide safety and connectivity benefits. The City of Dublin is one of the few communities that provide residents with the service of repairing safety issues with sidewalks at no direct charge to the property owners.
In December 2017, Dublin City Council amended Chapter 97 of the Codified Ordinances, clarifying sidewalk maintenance requirements. The code continues to require the abutting property owner to keep the sidewalks free of snow, ice or any nuisance. However, the City is responsible for the repair or replacement of sidewalks, curbs or gutters unless the City Manager determines the owner or occupant of the adjacent property caused the damage to the sidewalk, curbs or gutters. In such cases, the owner or occupant is responsible for sidewalk, curb or gutter repair or replacement.
Public Works staff will determine each year what work needs to be done based on field condition surveys. Residents may request a service by using the GoDublin service. Staff will review each request and determine how to proceed with potential repairs. Repairs depend on many factors, such as the severity of the safety hazard, the location of the safety hazard in relation to a public facility, other repair work needed in the area and how the area compares to others in the city.
Dublin primarily utilizes two methods for sidewalk repairs- shaving and replacement.
Facts About the Program
What are some examples of when the property owner could be responsible for sidewalk repairs?
The City may determine that the property owner is responsible for sidewalk repairs if a root from a tree located on the abutting property (not a City-planted street tree) causes upheaval. Other examples include, but are not limited to, excessive use of snow and ice melting materials and heavy equipment parked on or across the sidewalk causing it to crack.
What happens during the sidewalk shaving process?
The contractor will cut the sidewalk edge with a specialized blade. Even though the saw has a vacuum attachment, the process may create dust in the area. The cutting process takes 30-60 minutes per location.
What happens during the sidewalk replacement process?
During repair operations, you can expect any of the following actions: saw cutting of the existing sidewalk; removal of the existing sidewalk; removal, excavation and pruning of tree roots; tree removal if required (Trees are removed as a last resort. The city Forestry Staff will contact the residents when a tree may need to be removed.); sub-grade preparation and placement of aggregate base; installation of new sidewalk; patching of asphalt drives behind walk as needed; topsoil and grass seed.
How will I be affected during the repair process?
During the sidewalk shaving process, access to your sidewalk, street and sometimes your driveway may be briefly obstructed.
During sidewalk replacement, access to your sidewalk, street and sometimes your driveway may be obstructed during construction hours. It will be a construction site for up to two weeks, but all efforts will be made to minimize inconvenience, noise and dirt.
In both instances, the City does not plan to disturb your private property. However, if any damage does occur to your lawn, it will be repaired. The City appreciates the property owner’s cooperation in watering newly seeded areas. Please notify your lawn services of any newly seeded areas on your property.
What if I have a sprinkler system or underground dog fence by my sidewalk?
The sidewalk shaving process will affect neither your sprinkler system nor dog fence.
For sidewalk replacement, those with a sprinkler system or electric dog fence near the sidewalk should notify the City. You will be notified prior to construction and given contact information for a City engineer or inspector who will be managing the project. Residents will be asked to have sprinkler systems and dog fences marked prior to sidewalk replacement so the contractor can take care to avoid them.
What about other City services during the repair process?
There will be no changes in your emergency services. There will be no changes in your refuse pick-up. All lawn waste, garbage and recyclable collection will continue according to their normal pick-up schedules.
What if I would like the sidewalk replaced sooner than the City plans to repair it?
If a property owner is concerned about the condition of their sidewalk, they may arrange to have the sidewalk repaired on their own. A right of way permit is required for this work. The right of way permit may be obtained from the Division of Engineering at 614.410.4740 or by visiting this website: https://dublinohiousa.gov/applications-permits/engineering-permits-drawings/
Public Records Request Overview
In order to support faster response and better tracking of requests, the City of Dublin uses JustFOIA to collect, respond to and manage public information requests.
Why JustFOIA?
JustFOIA is a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) online application that helps streamline the open records request process for the community and improve efficiencies in getting requested information quickly and accurately.
The application lets community members submit requests for all city records, including police reports. Commonly requested information includes accident reports, copies of resolutions and body-camera video.
Mission
We are and always have been a proud local democracy. In our service, we strive to provide the best quality of life and environment in which our residents and businesses can thrive. We seek to ally our proud traditions with the best innovations of the future.
Vision
Dublin, Ohio, is the most sustainable, connected and resilient global city of choice.
Core Values
Integrity, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Accountability, Positive Attitude & Dedication to Service.
The City of Dublin operates under a set of seven key core values: integrity, respect, communication, teamwork, accountability, positive attitude and dedication to service. Staff members use these seven values as the basis for daily decision-making, including the decisions that go into the budget process.
- Integrity. We are open and honest. We honor our commitments to the community and each other. Our actions are consistent with what we say.
- Respect. We treat our coworkers and members of the community with courtesy and dignity. We embrace diversity and acknowledge the needs, responsibilities and inherent worth of each individual.
- Communication. We maintain an environment in which employees feel free to share ideas and information. We promote open interaction throughout the organization to ensure knowledge and understanding among all employees and our community.
- Teamwork. We create a climate in which all employees work together and support the individual talents and contributions of team members. We celebrate successes and see mistakes as opportunities for growth; we will never willingly let a member of our team fail.
- Accountability. We are responsible to our community and each other for our personal and organizational decisions, actions and performance results. We are committed stewards of our City’s assets and resources.
- Positive Attitude. We focus our efforts on constructive behavior, attitudes and solutions. We promote an environment that people love going to every day – a place where each individual can find a sense of belonging, inspiration, enjoyment and meaning.
- Dedication to Service. We pursue innovation and continuous improvement in all we do. We are committed to efficient, effective and responsive service delivery that makes a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Leadership Philosophy
We are members of an organization that succeeds because of teamwork, dedication, diversity and the innovative spirit of all of our members. Together, we build a culture of trust, service, mutual respect, inclusion and open communication. We hold ourselves mutually accountable to promote and sustain continuous learning and to develop the learning potential that exists in every member of our team.
City Code
The complete Dublin City Code is available online at American Legal City Ordinance website. Information staff at the Dublin branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library are available to help navigate this website.
Revised Charter of Dublin, Ohio
This Revised Charter, as adopted on March 19, 1996, became effective on July 4, 1996.
Zoning Code
The Zoning Code for Dublin is Chapter 153 of the Dublin Code of Ordinances. The Zoning Code sets land development requirements and establishes different uses within individual districts. Zoning regulations address the physical development of a site, such as building height, lot requirements, setbacks from lot lines, minimum numbers of parking spaces, sign types and sizes, and other related regulations.
Jenny Rauch, Director of Planning
Phone:
614.410.4600
Code Enforcement:
614.410.4647
Zoning Compliance:
614.410.4661
Fax:
614.410.4747
Hours:
Monday – Friday
8 am – 5 pm
Brad Fagrell, PE, Director of Building Standards, Chief Building Official
Phone:
Permit Window: 614.410.4670
Review Services: 614.410.4608
Fax:
614.410.4697
Permit Window Hours:
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Inspector Phone Availability:
7:30 a.m. – 3:30 a.m.
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