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Sidewalks and Walkways in El Cajon
Sidewalks and walkways in El Cajon split into two kinds. A walk in your yard is private. The sidewalk by the street belongs to the city.
At a Glance
- Front walks, side yard paths and steps on your lot.
- The public sidewalk is in the right of way and needs a city permit.
- The city lists $135 to repair a sidewalk panel.
- A new sidewalk in the right of way is listed at $450.
Walks on Your Own Lot
A front walk runs from the driveway or the street to your door. A side yard path gets you to the trash cans or the back gate. Curves are common, like the forms in the photo. So are wider walks that fit a wheelchair or a stroller.
For a walk on your own land, ask the city if your plan needs a permit. Steps, slopes and walks near a structure can change the answer.
The Sidewalk by the Street
The public sidewalk sits in the city The public strip the city owns. In El Cajon that means streets, parkways, sidewalks and easements.. El Cajon asks for an The city permit you need before any work in the public right of way. for any work there. The city handout lists Level One at $135 to repair sidewalk panels and Level Two at $450 for new sidewalks, curbs and gutters.
The city also asks for a scaled drawing, proof of insurance, an El Cajon business license and a valid contractor license. If the job touches the street itself, the handout says an A General Engineering license is required. A concrete license alone may not be enough for curb work, so ask.
Lifted Panels and Tree Roots
A raised edge on a sidewalk is a trip hazard. Roots, clay soil and water all push panels up. The fix may be grinding the edge, lifting the panel or replacing it.
If a tree is the cause, ask before anyone cuts roots. Cutting the wrong root can harm the tree. For a street tree, the city may have a say, so check with them first.
Call Before You Dig
Digging for a new walk can hit buried lines. State law says the person digging must notify the regional notification center at least two working days before the dig, and not more than 14 calendar days before. The day you call does not count. Dial 811 to start.