Chapter 620 Sidewalk Installation and Maintenance

Ordinance Requirements

• A sidewalk permit is required for new or replacement sidewalks exceeding 60 square feet.
• A sidewalk permit must be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office at least five (5) days before work is commenced.
• All sidewalk work must comply with Chapter 620 of the City Code and Wis. Stat. § 66.0907.
• Alignment: Sidewalks must align with existing walks or property lines in new subdivisions.
• Sub-grade: 2" compacted sand fill required; unsuitable material must be removed and replaced.
• Concrete: Minimum 6 bags (94 lb) cement per cubic yard; 3,000 psi strength at 28 days; quality washed gravel.
• Forms: Straight, secure wood/metal forms required; leave in place ≥24 hours post-pour.
• Expansion Joints: ½" full-depth at intersections, curb lines, and every 30 feet, ½" joint where new sidewalk meets existing or curb & gutter
• Slope: Minimum of ¼ inch per foot toward the curb; maximum slope is 2%.
• Surface Finish: Broom finish with ¼" radius edging.
• Width: Minimum of 4 feet in Residential Zones; match existing width when replacing.
• Thickness: 4" in Residential Zones, 5" in Commercial/Industrial Zones, 6" minimum within driveway approaches (all zones)
• Driveway Approaches: 6" concrete or 3" asphalt over 8" compacted gravel.
• Curing Time: 48 hours (above 50°F), 96 hours (below 50°F)
• Lawn Restoration: Adjacent lawn area must be restored to pre-construction condition.
• ADA Compliance: Curb ramps with truncated domes required within 12' of crosswalks or as designated.