Waveland Park Neighborhood Association

Des Moines' Sidewalk Ordinance

Half of Waveland Park Sidewalks Are Defective

Just about any time of the day, you will find people out for a walk, jog or run on the sidewalks of Waveland Park. Being able to engage in these recreational activities is an important part of the quality of life in our neighborhood. A recent informal “drive by” look at sidewalks in our neighborhood by the Public Works Department found that 40 -50% of the areas reviewed were defective. Homeowners are responsible for maintaining the sidewalk(s) adjacent to their property. See the City link below for details.

Get Help Paying for Sidewalk Repair

The City’s “Special Assessment Subsidy Program” was adopted by the City Council to assist low and moderate-income homeowners in paying assessments in conjunction with sidewalk repair or replacement. The program pays the entire assessment for eligible households. For example, qualifying families include a family of four with an adjusted annual income of $53,500 and a single-person household with an adjusted annual income of $37,450. You must apply for Special Assessment Subsidy within 30 days of the date of the Notice to Repair Sidewalk. See the City link below for details.

Have a Complaint About a Sidewalk You Use?

Contact the Action Center - listed among the City links on the Waveland Park Neighborhood Association home page.

The City of Des Moines Sidewalk Ordinance

Des Moines Sidewalk Ordinance