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Washington DC Driveways, Patios, Walks and Steps
Driveways, Patios, Walks and Steps
Many Washington, D.C. homeowners chose to use asphalt for driveways as opposed to concrete. Asphalt driveways are generally cheaper to repair than traditional concrete. However, most walkways and steps are concrete. Washington, D.C. contractors can provide you with quotes for repairing, repaving, or laying new driveways, steps, and walkways. Before choosing materials, you will want to confirm that your particular neighborhood does not have regulate Patio size and material may also be regulated in your Washington, D.C. neighborhood. Contractors can also assist you in repairing existing patios. Historic neighborhoods in the D.C. area especially require that Washington D.C. homes maintain their historic integrity, and many other neighborhoods have architectural control regulations governing the look and size of driveways, patios, walkways, and steps. Washington D.C. contractors require a license to work on home improvement projects, including driveways, which exceed $300. A building permit is required for work done on any driveway in of D.C.'s historic districts.
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Washington DC City Facts
• Washington, D.C. requires contractors to have an insurance policy of $50,000 for injury in a single accident, $100,000 for multiple people in one accident, and $10,000 for property damage in an accident. They must also have a $5,000 surety bond with the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
• Washington, D.C. requires that every applicant for a building permit first complete an Environmental Impact Form (EIF) to determine possible environmental impacts of the project on the community.
• A Washington, D.C. permit for construction is required for new construction and foundations, additions, alterations and repairs of existing buildings, demolition, a retaining wall, fence, shed, garage, vault, signs, awnings, and interior layout of tenant spaces.