How to Measure a Sidewalk Trip Hazard the Same Way an Inspector Does
A trip hazard is measured by height, not by looks. Here is the straightedge method, the ADA's three tiers, and where Oakland's own 1/4 inch line comes from.
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Helpful tips and guides for Oakland-area customers.
Sidewalk Repair Permit Cost: What Six Bay Area Cities Actually Charge and Require
Oakland publishes a flat sidewalk permit fee. San Francisco, Berkeley, San Leandro, Hayward and Fremont do not. Here is what each city actually charges or requires instead.
Read article →Tree Roots Lifted the Sidewalk: Who Pays and What Actually Fixes It
When a root lifts a sidewalk panel, the cause decides the bill. Here is how to measure it, what local rules say about cost, and which fix holds.
Read article →Sidewalk Notice to Repair: What the Clock Means and What to Do First
A city notice about your sidewalk starts a short clock, and the rules change from city to city. Here is what the notice means and what to do in the first week.
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