Getting this wrong is a common source of violations: an unpermitted curb cut can be cited even if a driveway already exists, since the curb and sidewalk remain city property regardless of who uses the driveway. The permit process reviews things like driveway width, sight lines, and whether the location conflicts with a required tree pit or fire hydrant clearance. QuickFix Sidewalk NYC pairs curb cut permitting with the actual concrete work for driveway apron and curb replacement jobs, so the paperwork and the construction move together.
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