Richmond, CA Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules: Sidewalk Repair (2026)
Key Facts
- Responsible party
- Fronting property owner
- Covers
- Sidewalk, parking strip, curb
- City notice
- Not required
- Code section
- RMC 12.36.025
Summary
In Richmond the owner of a parcel fronting a sidewalk is responsible for repairing and maintaining that sidewalk, including the parking strip and curb, and must pay the cost whether or not the city has given notice.
The owner of a parcel of real property which fronts on any portion of a sidewalk between the property line of the parcel and the street line, including the parking strip and the curb, is responsible for the repair and maintenance of the sidewalk and shall pay the cost and expense of repair and maintain said sidewalk area whether or not the City has notified the owner of the need for such repairs or maintenance or has performed similar repairs or maintenance in the past.
Full Breakdown
Richmond Municipal Code section 12.36.025 makes the owner of a parcel that fronts any portion of a sidewalk, between the property line and the street line and including the parking strip and curb, responsible for repairing and maintaining that sidewalk area. The owner must pay the cost and expense of the repair and maintenance whether or not the city has notified the owner of the need or performed similar work in the past.
Violations & Fines
An owner who fails to repair a fronting sidewalk may be held responsible under RMC 12.36.025, and the city may perform the work and charge the owner.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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