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Article 7 — GENERAL PROVISIONS AND EXCEPTIONS

Ferndale Zoning Code § 7.24 Sidewalks: (This Entire Section added April 19, 2019 by Ordinance 2019-01)

Ferndale Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-09-09 · Ferndale

Cite as: Ferndale Zoning Code § 7.24 · Text as of 2026-09-09

  • 7.24.1 Maintenance and Repair of Existing Sidewalks is the Responsibility of the Owner. Property

    • a. To avoid trip and fall accidents, hazardous sections of sidewalks shall be repaired or replaced promptly.

    • b. An encroachment permit from the City is required before repair work can begin.

    • c. Repaired or replaced sections of sidewalk shall match the form, texture and color of the original sidewalk on the block to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.

    • d. Width of repaired sidewalk shall match existing sidewalk width.

    • e. Replacement driveway and corner cuts shall use ADA standard

    • 7.24.2 New Construction. a. Comply with City Standards (7.24.3) and current ADA requirements.

    • 7.24.3 Design Standards.

      • a. All new sections of sidewalks shall match the form, texture and color of the original sidewalk on the block to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. To

        • match historic sidewalks:

        • i. Concrete shall be tinted at a ratio of 2 to 3 lbs. lamp per cubic yard of 3/8”- 6-sack concrete.

        • ii. Finishing work shall include an exposed aggregate surface, not a broom finish.

        • iii. Stress relief lines shall match the pattern of the existing sidewalk. In the absence of an adjoining sidewalk, the default pattern will be 2’-6” squares.

  • §7.25 Tract Offices: Temporary tract offices located on the premises of the subdivision shall be allowed with a use permit, in conjunction with the sale of lots in a subdivision.

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