What is the area between the sidewalk and road called?
A road verge is a strip of grass or plants, and sometimes also trees, located between a roadway (carriageway) and a sidewalk (pavement). Verges are known by dozens of other names, often quite regional; see Terminology, below.
The sidewalk, parkway strip, and curb & gutter are typically made of concrete and located next to the street on the front and/or side portion of your property. The curb and gutter are located at the edge of the street pavement.
Generally, no, but the property owner is responsible for maintenance. This usually includes the side walk (but not the curbing, if present.) Some municipalities have a cost sharing agreement for sidewalk replacement. A few years back, the city came through and tagged all of the sidewalk sections that needed replacing.
If a tree is located between your street and your sidewalk, it is typically owned by the city. So it would probably be your city’s responsibility to remove it if it fell or became damaged. Many cities have an arborist on staff who can let you know for sure.
What is the area between the sidewalk and road called?
A road verge is a strip of grass or plants, and sometimes also trees, located between a roadway (carriageway) and a sidewalk (pavement). Verges are known by dozens of other names, often quite regional; see Terminology, below.
The sidewalk, parkway strip, and curb & gutter are typically made of concrete and located next to the street on the front and/or side portion of your property. The curb and gutter are located at the edge of the street pavement.
Generally, no, but the property owner is responsible for maintenance. This usually includes the side walk (but not the curbing, if present.) Some municipalities have a cost sharing agreement for sidewalk replacement. A few years back, the city came through and tagged all of the sidewalk sections that needed replacing.
If a tree is located between your street and your sidewalk, it is typically owned by the city. So it would probably be your city’s responsibility to remove it if it fell or became damaged. Many cities have an arborist on staff who can let you know for sure.