(a) Except as specifically exempted herein, no person shall construct, alter, remove, demolish or commence the construction, alteration, removal or demolition of a sidewalk, driveway, curb or gutter within a public right of way without first filing with the Building Inspector or his designee an application in writing and obtaining a formal permit for the work. No person shall perform such work, or permit or employ others to perform such work, except in conformity with a permit.
(b) No permit shall be required for work performed as a condition precedent to the approval of a subdivision plat by the Planning Commission, if such work conforms to construction plans and specifications which meet the approval of the Commission.
(c) No permit shall be required for repair or replacement of an existing sidewalk or driveway, to bring it to approximately its original condition.