The City of Portland Sidewalk Program oversees the maintenance of City sidewalks, curbs, and corners.The program's goal is to ensure that all sidewalks are safe and accessible for pedestrians and to help prevent injuries caused by defective sidewalks.   Did you receive a Sidewalk Repair Notice and have questions? Please see the information below and visit our Frequently Asked Questions.

The Sidewalk Program ensures safe and accessible sidewalks by:

Property owners’ responsibilities to repair sidewalks:

As in many other cities, the Portland City Code states that property owners must keep sidewalks in good repair so that they are free of tripping hazards and other safety hazards for pedestrians and people in wheelchairs. Transportation Bureau inspectors assess sidewalks and notify the property owner of needed repairs. In the event timely repairs are not made by the property owner, the Transportation Bureau hires a private contractor to make the repairs and bills the property owner for the costs.
 

More information and resources are available:

If you received a Sidewalk Repair Notice and have questions, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions.

If you wish to learn more about how to repair sidewalks, please see the Sidewalk Repair Manual

If you are a property owner who wishes to voluntarily repair your sidewalks, please call 503-823-7002

For additional questions on sidewalk repairs, please call 503-823-1711 or email sidewalkrepair@portlandoregon.gov
 

By the numbers:

The City maintains over 37,000 corners and over 3,200 miles of curbs that create the edge of the sidewalk system. The City has the responsibility to inspect the safety of over 8,600,000 square yards of city sidewalks.