DOT Violation Removal in Park Slope

Tree roots: the usual culprit

Park Slope’s mature street trees are a big part of its appeal, but their roots lift and crack sidewalk flags over time. Those raised edges and uneven joints are exactly the kind of defects DOT inspectors cite.

First, check whether City relief applies

If you own and live in a 1-, 2- or 3-family home that is not used commercially and the damage was caused solely by City-owned trees, DOT no longer issues Notices of Violation or places liens for that damage. Co-ops, condos, larger multi-family buildings and commercial properties generally don’t qualify. Read can I get my sidewalk repaired free of cost?

Repairs that respect the block

• Inspect each defect on your notice and identify tree-related damage
• Use repair techniques that protect street-tree roots
• Check whether historic district review may apply to your project
• Secure permits, complete repairs and confirm compliance at final inspection

Much of Park Slope falls within the Park Slope Historic District, so we confirm any extra requirements before work starts rather than after.