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Sidewalk - Curb & Gutter Replacement
The goal of the sidewalk / curb & gutter repair program is to make sidewalks safe and accessible for all users. When sidewalks / curb & gutters deteriorate, they create hazards for all pedestrians and limit the ability of individuals with physical challenges to reach their destination. For qualifying sidewalk / curb & gutter repair projects, this program will reimburse up to 50 percent of the cost of the minimum bid for sidewalk repair, up to a maximum of $3,000 per project. The project must be approved before the work is completed to be eligible for this program. Restrictions apply, including fund availability.
Eligibility
1. Applications will only be accepted for commercial businesses and residential dwellings.
2. Property Owners may only apply for one grant for one property in a calendar year.
3. First-time applicants and applications located on the Designated Priority Route will be given priority over off-route applications.
4. Applications must be received and approved by the City before the work begins. Retroactive applications will not be accepted.
5. Applications will be awarded on a first come first served basis as funds are available.
6. All improvements must be ADA compliant.
7. The City reserves the right to modify the perimeters of the grant based on extenuating circumstances.
Program Guidelines
1. The program will not cover driveways, or sidewalks from the public sidewalk to the dwelling or business.
2. The property owner must complete a sidewalk / curb & gutter Replacement Grant application which can be found online or at the City of Fairbury offices, 612 D Street, Fairbury, NE 68352.
3. The applicant will be required to receive three quotes and submit the information along with the completed sidewalk / curb & gutter Replacement Grant application to the Development Services Director.
4. The completed application shall be returned to the Development Services Director, Lbedlan@fairburyne.org or Laura Bedlan City of Fairbury, 612 D Street, Fairbury, NE 68352
5. The Street & Alley Department will inspect the sidewalk / curb & gutter, note all conditions, mark those sections needing replacement, photograph the sidewalk and review and approve or deny the request.
6. The Street& Alley Department will inform the property owner of their decision. If approved, the Street/Alley Department will provide the applicant with a City right-of-way permit which must be approved prior to construction.
7. Repair work must be completed within 90 days of approval unless an administrative extension is granted. The Street & Alley Department will inspect the final sidewalk to determine compliance with City specifications. Failure to complete the work within the specified time period may void the grant commitment.
8. The property owner will provide the City with a copy of the final bill for the sidewalk replacement or construction. Upon approval by the City, the grant funds will be disbursed in the amount of 50% of the lowest bid, up to a maximum of $3,000 to the property owner.
9. With prior approval qualified applicants may do their own work and, if they are the low bid, they will be reimbursed for 50% of material costs up to a maximum of $3,000 once receipts for materials have been provide to the City and the work has been approved.
10. The City reserves the right to deny any sidewalk / curb & gutter replacement request.
11. The owner or contractor is responsible for the removal and disposal of all old concrete and construction debris.