What can residents do to lessen the chances their property might be damaged?

Residents should make sure there are full depth expansion joints in place in several locations within their driveway. Some expansion joints do not extend the full depth of the slab and pressure may build up against the home foundation or the driveway slab. Residents should annually inspect their driveway expansion joints in late spring or early summer and look for signs of joint compression.

If you feel your private driveway expansion joints are showing signs of compression, you may enter a concern with the City by clicking Report A Concern. The City will send a knowledgeable and experienced inspector to review your concerns and answer any questions you may have.