Current through codified legislation effective September 18, 2024
Section 9-425.01 - Sidewalk installation requirements(a)(1) For road segments that lack sidewalks on both sides of the street, road reconstruction or major repair, installation of a curb and gutter, or curb and gutter replacement shall include installation of a sidewalk on the side of the street that lacks a sidewalk.(2) When installing a new sidewalk pursuant to this subsection, the new sidewalk shall connect to an existing sidewalk if there is an existing sidewalk within 0.1 miles from the road segment where the construction of the new sidewalk is taking place, on either end, and is on the same side of the street as the new sidewalk.(b) For roadways that are missing sidewalks, but are not undergoing road reconstruction or major repair, installation of a curb and gutter, or curb and gutter replacement, sidewalk installation shall be prioritized for the following areas:(1) Missing sidewalks in school areas;(2) Routes that provide access to parks and recreational facilities;(4) Locations where the absence of a sidewalk creates substantial pedestrian safety risks; and(5) Roadway segments for which residents petitioned to have sidewalks.(c) The Mayor shall continue to accept and consider sidewalk petition requests from residents.Amended by D.C. Law 23-158,§ 3, 67 DCR 13057, eff. 12/23/2020.Sept. 24, 2010, D.C. Law 18-227, § 2, 57 DCR 6923; Dec. 24, 2013, D.C. Law 20-61, § 6062, 60 DCR 12472.Applicability of D.C. Law 20-61: Section 11001 of D.C. Law 20-61 provided that, except as otherwise provided, the act shall apply as of October 1, 2013.