Troy, MI Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules: Sidewalk Repair (2026)

10, Sidewalk Repair and Maintenance, states it is the duty of the owner to place said sidewalk or driveway approach in a safe condition. 11 of the Code, specifying a reasonable time, not less than seven calendar days, within which repair work must be commenced, and the work must then be completed with due diligence. If the owner refuses or neglects to repair, make safe, or remove an obstruction within the allotted time, the Director has the sidewalk or driveway approach repaired, made safe, or the obstruction removed directly, and charges the cost to the owner of the adjoining premises.

If the Director determines the condition requires immediate repair to protect the public, notice is not required before emergency repair or replacement begins. Costs are collected as provided by law or the City Charter, including assessment on the next tax roll or a circuit court action to recover the money. 02 offers relief for lower-income owners: those meeting HUD's annual Community Development Block Grant income guidelines qualify for 100% coverage of required sidewalk construction, replacement or repair costs, paid from the General Fund.