HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson reminds homeowners that the Safer Access for Everyone (SAFE) Sidewalk Program deadline has been extended to April 15.
SAFE provides funding for installing, removing, and replacing non-existing and defective concrete sidewalks through a cost-sharing plan paid by the City of Hutchinson and the property owner.
The Safer Access for Everyone (SAFE) sidewalk program is designed to connect and promote continuous hazard-free pedestrian pathways. The program allows for funding assistance in the cost per frontage per landowner for the repair/replacement or installation of sidewalks.
Applications must be submitted to [email protected] or received at City Hall by close of business April 15, 2023 for consideration. Criteria for consideration are outlined below. Note, funding is limited.
- First and foremost, to participate in the program the property must be located within the City of Hutchinson city limits.
- The property owner(s) must not have outstanding permit violations and no outstanding indebtedness to the city.
- Priority will be given to neighborhoods without existing sidewalks.
- Priority also will go to those in a featured neighborhood
- You have a better chance with proximity to amenities (grocery store, laundromat, hospital, school, doctor, dentist)
- Staff will also check the status of the sidewalk in front of the subject requested property for installment/replacement/repair?
- Staff will also make choices in alignment with the Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan
Half of the funding this year is being allocated to Hutchinson's featured neighborhoods. If you have questions, you can call City Hall at 620-694-2611.
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