FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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When will my street be paved?
The Pavement Management Program is used to determine which streets are in need of paving. Annually, a list of streets to be paved is generated. Most of the paving is done during the months of October through July. Notifications are sent out to inform residents who live on the streets scheduled to be paved. |
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When will my street be swept?
All City streets that have curbing are swept on a monthly schedule. During some times of the year, this schedule may be altered to allow sufficient time to sweep leaves, etc. |
How can I get my alley or street paved?
Unpaved streets and alleys can be paved through the Assessment for Paving Program. The program is processed through Public Works Engineer's Office. One of the key issues of the program is that all the residents along the alley or street must agree to the program. Please talk to your neighbors about the program to make sure they are in agreement with your proposal. |
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How can I get a sidewalk or curbing on my street?
New sidewalks are usually funded through Capital Improvement Projects. The City of Lakeland currently does not have a funded curbing program. New sidewalks and curbing on residential streets are constructed through Assessment Programs that are administered by the Public Works Engineer's Office. Additionally, some sidewalks are constructed through Community Block Grant Funding. |
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I want to construct or replace my driveway. What do I need to do?
Residential Driveway Permit Application
Residential and commercial driveways require permits that can be applied for in the Building Inspection Division located on the first floor of City Hall. The permits have the specifications for the different types driveways and the material required. Once a Residential Driveway Permit is obtained, the driveway can be formed to the specifications. After the forms are constructed, call the Engineering Division (863) 834-6001 to schedule a "prepour" inspection. Notification will be given when the forms are correct and the concrete can be poured. After the concrete has been poured and the right-of-way restored by grassing all denuded areas, call for a final inspection of the driveway. When the final approval is given, a release of the permit will be sent to the Building Inspection Division. Please call at least 24 hours in advance of each inspection. |
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Where can I put my basketball goal at my driveway?
The goal must be placed behind the City of Lakeland right-of-way, usually 15 feet off the road. It must be placed in such as way as to be safe for passing traffic and the basketball players.
THIS IS AN EXAMPLE OF AN ILLEGAL GOAL. |
Who do I contact if a sinkhole develops on my property?
If a sinkhole develops on your property you should contact your insurance company. |
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Who do I contact about clogged inlets or storm drains?
The Construction & Maintenance Division will clean and clear clogged inlets and storm drains. Our group also regularly maintains retention ditches inside the City limits to keep them free of trash and debris. Call (863) 834-3300 to report a problem. |
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