The City of South Bend is now accepting applications for those looking to make repairs to curbs, sidewalks and ADA ramps.
The 2020 Curb & Sidewalk Reimbursement Program allows applicants to assist property owners with repairs, as well as add new curbs and sidewalks where there are gaps in existing connections.
Anyone who is a homeowner or property owner, including businesses, within South Bend city limits can participate in the program. The reimbursement rates are listed below:
| Homeowner Occupied | Homeowner Occupied (In Target Areas) | *All Other | |
| CURB | $15 per linear ft. | $30 per linear ft. | $7.50 per linear ft. |
| SIDEWALK | $20 per linear ft. | $40 per linear ft. | $10 per linear ft. |
| ADA RAMP | $950 per ramp | $950 per ramp | $950 per ramp |
* Includes landlords, businesses, churches, schools, etc. Maximum reimbursement amount is for 250 ft of curb and sidewalk combined.
To participate, residents must first fill out an application and receive pre-approval from the City. You can download the application by clicking here or call 311.
In 2019, 65 residential properties participated in the program, replacing 4,396 feet of sidewalk and 1,523 feet of curbing.
