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Sidewalk repairs in McFarland

McFarland's own rules on sidewalk repairs, with the code text for every value.

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Each rule below links to the section of the McFarland Municipal Code it was read from, with the code text one click away (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

What McFarland's code says

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If the owner does not repair
  • The city repairs; repair and administrative costs become a property lien; the owner is billed with 30 days to pay.
    Applies: When the owner does not start the repair within 2 weeks after notice.
    § 12.32.070 · code text
    The repair notice shall further state that if the repair is not commenced within two weeks after notice is given and diligently and without interruption prosecuted to completion, the city shall make the repair and the cost of same shall be a lien on the property.
Liability for injuries
  • The owner is liable for injuries or damage caused by failing to keep the sidewalk safe.
    § 12.32.060 · code text
    If, as a result of the failure of any property owner to maintain the sidewalk areas in a nondangerous condition, any person suffers injury or damage to person or property, the property owner shall be liable to such person for the resulting damages or injury.
Deadline to repair
  • Repair must start within 2 weeks.
    Applies: After notice; work must then continue without delay until done.
    § 12.32.070 · code text
    The repair notice shall further state that if the repair is not commenced within two weeks after notice is given and diligently and without interruption prosecuted to completion, the city shall make the repair and the cost of same shall be a lien on the property.
Who must repair it
  • Owners of adjacent or fronting property, and occupants, must maintain the sidewalk, curbs and gutters and pay the costs.
    § 12.32.050 · code text
    The owner of property adjacent to or fronting on any portion of a sidewalk and persons in possession of such property shall maintain the sidewalk areas and pay the costs and expenses therefore, and shall repair the sidewalk if damaged by trees, shrubs, or other plantings on the property where such damage constitutes a hazard to persons using the sidewalk or an impediment to its use as determined by the city.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the sidewalk repair rules for homeowners in McFarland?

McFarland's code: Owners of adjacent or fronting property, and occupants, must maintain the sidewalk, curbs and gutters and pay the costs. (§ 12.32.050); The city repairs; repair and administrative costs become a property lien; the owner is billed with 30 days to pay. (When the owner does not start the repair within 2 weeks after notice.) (§ 12.32.070).

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