All sidewalks within the City shall be kept and maintained in good repair by the owner of the land adjacent to and abutting upon the same; and if any owner shall neglect to keep and maintain the sidewalk along the front, rear or side of the land owned by him, in good repair and safe for the use of the public, the said owner shall be liable to the City for any damages recovered against the City sustained by any person by reason of said sidewalk being unsafe and out of repair. (1969 Code 97.16)