Right-of-Way (ROW) is the area between either a resident's sidewalk or the edge of their property line and the City street. This area is actually owned by the City and intended to be used for roads, sidewalks, trails and utilities. Additionally, this area provides snow storage for the public street. The graphic to the right presents a typical visual representation of ROW and easement locations.
Easements grant the City or utility companies the right to locate and maintain certain facilities within that area, while technically still on private property. Easements are primarily found on a Final Plat for a subdivision. Contact Shaun Glancy , ROW Coordinator, for assistance in identifying easements on your property.
Bettendorf City Code - Public Ways and Property contains additional information regarding restrictions for certain uses of the ROW.
Public Sidewalks & Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
The goal of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the City's ADA Transition Plan is to ensure that the City creates accessible paths of travel in the public right-of-way for people with disabilities. The City evaluated all pedestrian sidewalk and crosswalk features within the public right-of-way as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act On the basis of this information, this transition plan outlines the steps the City will take to provide new or upgrade existing pedestrian features. The pedestrian access route features will be constructed or reconstructed to meet current requirements.
Bettendorf ADA Transition Plan
Any questions or comments regarding ADA compliance should be directed to the following:
Director of Public Works
4403 Devils Glen Rd
Bettendorf, IA 52722
563-344-4055
Right-of-Way Permit
A right-of-way permit is required if a resident, contractor or utility company is performing any work or excavation within the City's ROW. A permit fee is required based upon the size and scope of the project. Work can not begin until all necessary documents are submitted and the permit application is approved by the City Engineer.
Call Before You Dig
If you’re planning to dig for any reason, visit Iowa One Call or call 811 to request utility locates at least 48 hours in advance. Utility companies are notified and will mark the utility locations with small flags and/or paint.
It’s crucial to preserve and maintain the location of the flags and paint until work is complete, as displaced markings may lead to accidental damage of the existing utilities and risk the safety of the excavator.