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1. Why did the City begin the Sidewalk & Curb Program?

Sidewalks are a very important means of travel for our residents, especially children and senior citizens. The City began this program in order to accomplish four primary goals:

Improve defective sidewalks and ensure that walkways remain safe for all residents

Provide a low-cost and convenient sidewalk/curb repair option to Marysville Property owners

Give residents the opportunity to add sidewalks and curb to neighborhoods where they currently do not exist

Maintain and increase property values throughout the City.

2. I thought the City maintained the sidewalks. Why is it my responsibility?

Property owners are responsible for the maintenance, repair, and replacement of sidewalks and curbs adjacent to their property (ORC 729.01). Cities throughout Ohio may handle sidewalk maintenance differently.

3. Who do I contact for more information?

Please contact the City’s Engineering Division at (937) 645-7350. Program guidelines/application may be found on the Sidewalk & Curb Improvement Program page or at the Engineering Division offices at 209 S. Main Street.

4. What happens if I don’t repair my sidewalk?

Code enforcement may issue notices to those who have not participated in the program or have not completed their sidewalk repair independently. However, the goal of this project is not code enforcement, but to eliminate hazardous sidewalks and provide property owners a means to correct the hazard.

5. Can I use the money from this program to improve sidewalks that are located in my back yard, side yard or which go to my front door?

No, the intent of this program is to improve sidewalks located within the public right-of-way and along public streets. Other sidewalks on a property are solely the responsibility of the property owner to improve and pay for.