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Default rule and exceptions
Under 11 O.S. § 36-104 the abutting owner must repair the sidewalk on notice, and if not the municipality repairs it and assesses the cost against the abutting property. Oklahoma City’s § 50-107 offers a residential cost-participation program (which presupposes owner responsibility). No current-code tree-root carve-out exists, so the owner pays regardless of cause.
Permit required: yes.
| Party | What they are responsible for |
|---|---|
| Property owner | Repair the abutting sidewalk within three days of notice, or the City repairs and assesses the cost against the property (11 O.S. § 36-104). |
| City / public agency | The City may participate in the cost for qualified residential owners under its Sidewalk Repair/Replacement Program (§ 50-107). |
| Exceptions | None on record |
What the source says
Last verified against the primary source on Sep 9, 2026.
Upon the adoption of the resolution, notice shall be given to the owner or occupant of the property directing him to make the repairs within three (3) days after the service of the notice... If the repairs are not completed within the three-day period, as directed in the notice, the municipality may proceed to construct or repair the sidewalk, or let a contract therefor without advertisement. The cost of making the repairs shall then be assessed against the abutting property in the manner provided for sidewalk improvements.
Qualified residential property owners may apply for City participation in sidewalk repair or reconstruction in accordance with the Sidewalk Repair / Replacement Program adopted by the City.
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Common questions
Who pays for tree roots in Oklahoma City, OK?
The property owner. Repair the abutting sidewalk within three days of notice, or the City repairs and assesses the cost against the property (11 O.S. § 36-104).
What does the city cover in Oklahoma City, OK?
The City may participate in the cost for qualified residential owners under its Sidewalk Repair/Replacement Program (§ 50-107).
Do I need a permit to repair the sidewalk in Oklahoma City, OK?
Yes. The rule on record requires a permit for sidewalk work in the public right-of-way.
Is there any cost help for tree roots in Oklahoma City, OK?
Sidewalk Repair/Replacement Program: qualified residential owners may apply for City cost participation (§ 50-107). Otherwise the owner repairs; City assesses on default.
What is this based on for Oklahoma City, OK?
This verdict is sourced to 11 O.S. § 36-104 (owner repairs on notice; City assesses cost against abutting property) and 2 sources in total, each independently re-checked before publication.
Sources
- 11 O.S. § 36-104 (owner repairs on notice; City assesses cost against abutting property)official · verified-official · accessed 2026-09-09
- Oklahoma City Municipal Code § 50-107 (Sidewalk Repair/Replacement cost-participation program)official · verified-official · accessed 2026-09-09
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