Three print-ready tools for homeowners navigating a sidewalk repair notice — download, print, use.
7-step action plan from notice date to permit close-out. Includes fill-in fields for case number, permit number, contractor info, inspection date, and deadline. Designed to be printed and checked off as you go.
Best for: Anyone who has received a sidewalk repair notice and needs to track every required step.
Side-by-side comparison form for evaluating up to 4 contractor bids on 12 standardized criteria — license verification, insurance, bid scope, material specs, timeline, deposit terms, and warranty. Designed to be filled in during or after contractor conversations.
Best for: Homeowners collecting multiple bids who want to evaluate them consistently.
Fill-in-the-blank formal dispute letter for challenging a sidewalk repair notice. Includes three grounds options: city-infrastructure-caused damage, defect-below-threshold, and procedural defect. Includes instructions for certified mail submission and evidence documentation.
Best for: Homeowners with grounds to dispute a notice — particularly city-tree-caused damage.
The Deadline Calculator gives you your exact repair window. The Checklist Generator creates a city-customized version of the checklist with contacts and program details. The Cost Estimator helps you evaluate contractor bids.