Starting in 2025, Commerce Township will initiate a Sidewalk Repair Program to maintain the community's sidewalk infrastructure, enhance safety, and improve the area's overall appearance and walkability. This program was adopted on 06/14/2022 as a part of the Charter Township of Commerce Code Amendment Ordinance No. 1.057, Sidewalks and Recreational Pathways. The Township has been divided into five (5) sidewalk districts, with one district scheduled for inspection each year from 2025 to 2029 (see the Sidewalk Inspection Areas link below).
Each year, inspectors will assess sidewalks within the designated district based on predetermined criteria to identify flags of sidewalks that need repair (see Sidewalk Replacement Criteria link below). Damaged areas will be marked with spray paint for visibility. After the inspections, residents will receive a property sketch detailing defect location(s), the estimated quantity of sidewalk defects, and a repair cost estimate. Residents will have the option to complete the necessary repairs themselves. The overall project will be publicly bid to ensure transparency and competitive pricing. All repairs for each designated year will be completed within that same year.
Please contact Commerce Township at 248-624-0110 or Jason Mayer, Twp. Engineer at (248) 202-8803 (jmayer@giffelswebster.com) with any questions.