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Default rule and exceptions
The owner of the lot for which a building permit has been issued is responsible for constructing the sidewalk.
| Party | What they are responsible for |
|---|---|
| Property owner | El Paso Code of Ordinances Sec. 13.04.B.1: "The property owner of the lot, or portion thereof, for which a building permit has been issued shall be responsible for construction of the sidewalk." |
| City / public agency | Not documented in this pass. |
| Exceptions | None on record |
What the source says
Last verified against the primary source on Sep 5, 2026.
The property owner of the lot, or portion thereof, for which a building permit has been issued shall be responsible for construction of the sidewalk.
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Common questions
Who pays for sidewalk repair in El Paso, TX?
The property owner. El Paso Code of Ordinances Sec. 13.04.B.1: "The property owner of the lot, or portion thereof, for which a building permit has been issued shall be responsible for construction of the sidewalk."
What does the city cover in El Paso, TX?
Not documented in this pass.
What is this based on for El Paso, TX?
This verdict is sourced to El Paso Code of Ordinances Ch. 13.04 (owner builds/is responsible for the sidewalk) and 2 sources in total, each independently re-checked before publication.
Sources
- El Paso Code of Ordinances Ch. 13.04 (owner builds/is responsible for the sidewalk)official · verified-primary · accessed 2026-09-27
- City of El Paso official government siteofficial · research-cited · accessed 2026-09-05
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