ENGINEERING :: GENERAL INFORMATION :: FAQ's

What is EPA Drainage Mandate that shows up on my water bill each month?
The EPA Drainage Mandate generates funds that enable the City to comply with federal environmental regulations.

What is the difference between roadway impact fees and street escrow?
Roadway impact fees are utilized to design, purchase right-of-way, and construct specifically designated area-wide street facilities. The amount of the fee is directly proportional to the demand the development places on the street system. They are paid at the time a building permit is issued. Street escrow is deposited with the City in lieu of developers constructing internal and perimeter site related streets. Escrow must be paid prior to filing a plat with the county.

Can I build anything in an easement?
You should not construct any structures within an easement. One exception, however, is that wood or chain link fences may be placed in some easements subject to local deed restrictions. Please contact the City's Building Inspections Division at 817-277-5561 for further clarification of your specific situation.

Who do I contact to complete an easement use agreement?
You should contract the City's Development Services Desk at 817-459-6503.

How do I abandon an easement?
You should contact the City’s Department of Public Works at 817-459-6550 to obtain an easement abandonment form. You will need to have a surveyor prepare an exhibit and metes and bounds description of the area to be abandoned. You will also need to provide documentation that those entities that have rights to use the easement do not object to the abandonment.

Who should I call to have my street repaired or reconstructed?
You should contact the City’s Department of Public Works, Street Division, at 817-459-5434.

Who do I call if I want to request a new sidewalk be constructed?
Call the City's Department of Public Works at 817-459-6550. Funds are usually available yearly to construct new sidewalks. Requests are evaluated by Transportation based on pedestrian counts. At this time, priority is typically given to locations that will serve schools.

Who do I call if I have a sidewalk adjacent to my property or use a sidewalk that is in poor condition?
Call the City's Department of Public Works at 817-459-6550. Funds are usually available yearly to rebuild sidewalks in poor condition. Requests are rated by block based on set criteria so that the sidewalks with the worst ratings get priority. If the area in need of repair is small, the Department of Public Works may coordinate with the Street Division for a spot repair.

Who should I call if the Water Department repairs a water line and does damage to my property?
You should contact the City's Water Department at 817-459-5900.

Who should I call if I want to know if a particular street in Arlington is going to be widened?
Please call the City's Department of Public Works at 817-459-6550.

How do I get a survey of my property?
The City does not have surveys of private property. You will need to contact a surveyor to have one prepared.

Who should I call to report obstructed views from driveways or streets?
Please call the City’s Department of Public Works at 817-459-6550.

Who should I talk to if I want to put in a parking lot and want to know if it can be concrete or asphalt?
Please call the City's Building Inspections Division at 817-277-5561.

Does the City have standard construction details?
While we do not consider them "standard," we do have construction details available in electronic format. These electronic details are AutoCAD compatible. For more information, contact the City's Department of Public Works, 817-459-6550.

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