Q: Am I or the city responsible of upkeep of retaining wall adjacent to public roads
I have a retaining wall that is on the property line a along the public roads of my corner lot with no sidewalks. I live up hill from these roads. who is responsible for repairs needed to this wall
A: Your question leads to more questions than answers. Is the retaining wall on your property? Even if the wall is on your property, does the city have a right of way that extends under the wall? If there is a right of way agreement and the retaining wall is on the right of way, does the right of way agreement specify who is responsible for upkeep and repairs? Who built the original wall, you, a prior landowner, or the city? Your best bet is to get the answers to these questions, then see a lawyer with copies of any documents you can find.
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