Gettysburg Homeowners responsible for sidewalk repairs

The front page of the Gettysburg times today read that Gettysburg Homeowners would face 2,500 to 10,000 dollar sidewalk repair bills in order to comply with the ADA.

The streets listed as first priority are the following.

Pape Alley, Baltimore St, W. Middle St, Chambersburg St, Middle St, Washington St, High St, and Breckenridge St.

A list of contractors will be supplied by the Gettysburg Borough.

According to Borough Code. The owner will have 30 days to comply. Meaning that there must be some sign of progress at the end of the 30 day period.

The Borough is aware that many of the people in the town are on fixed budget and suggest that people should start saving.

I am sure many of you know that Gettysburg is a Historic town. There are two people that are disabled activists that have cost many local businesses a lot of money. Our town was established well before the ADA act was signed. Bringing it up to code is a nightmare and will be expensive.

If you are a local owner be prepared. Consider getting an estimate so that you can start saving. Its only a matter of time.

We have not yet been provided the contractor list, but anyone who works with concrete should be able to provide an estimate. I do not recommend attempted the work yourself due to placement of gas, water, and sewer lines, as well as any underground power lines depending on where you live.