The construction or repair of any sidewalks shall include, but not be limited to, the following specifications.
(A) All sidewalks shall be constructed to grade and width established by existing adjoining walks or, in the absence of the foregoing, by the Building Inspector, and shall be paved with a single course of concrete with a compressive strength of not less than 3,500 pounds per square inch within 28 days of construction.
(B) In newly developed areas, all sidewalks shall be at least four feet in width but wider sidewalks may be required by the Building Inspector if the density and development of the area indicates the desirability of such wider sidewalks.
(C) Construction of the sidewalk shall be at least four inches in depth, except across driveways where such thickness shall be increased to six inches. Paving joints shall be true to line and graded at intervals consistent with adjoining or abutting sidewalks. One-half-inch expansion joints shall be placed through the sidewalk at least every 50 feet and between sidewalks and other rigid structures.
(D) The surface of the sidewalk shall be roughened with a mechanic’s brush to prevent smooth and slippery surfaces, and also be edged with an edging tool.
(E) Such other specifications as may be established by the Building Inspector from time to time, approved by the City Council and available in the Clerk’s office for inspection.
(2011 Code, § 12.04.060) (Ord. 140, passed - -1988) Penalty, see § 10.99