Driveway aprons and curb cuts: built to your town’s spec, permit handled
Free site visit and a written quote for the apron, the town permit and any curb or sidewalk work that comes with it.
- 6-inch section at the apron
- Built to the town’s right-of-way spec
- Right-of-way permit handled for you
What the apron is
The apron is the stretch of driveway between the street and your property line, usually where it crosses the sidewalk and curb. It sits in the town’s right-of-way, so the town sets the spec and permits the work, and it takes the hardest hits: plows, heavy trucks and salt.
We pour it thicker than the rest of the driveway (6 inches at the apron, against 5 for the driveway itself) and tie in the sidewalk and curb the way the town wants them.
Planning prices
| Work | Planning range | What drives it |
|---|---|---|
| Apron at the street, built to town spec | $1,800–$4,500 | Thicker section plus the right-of-way permit |
| Remove old asphalt or concrete | $2–$5 / sq ft | Asphalt comes out cheaper than concrete |
Replacing the whole driveway at the same time? See concrete driveways.
Town permits for aprons
| Town | What the town requires |
|---|---|
| Bridgeport | Sidewalk, curb and driveway apron permit: $150, at least a week to review, only city-licensed and bonded contractors can apply. Source |
| Stamford | Street Opening Permit for all right-of-way work. Source |
| Norwalk | Driveway permit, good for one year; a driveway crossing the sidewalk means rebuilding that section to city standard. Source |
| West Hartford | Driveway permit for any work in the right-of-way; contractor registration on file. Source |
| Hamden | Town-licensed contractor for sidewalk, apron and curb work ($1M/$2M insurance, $10,000 bond). Source |
| Greenwich | Highway Permit for aprons and curbs. Source |
Other towns: the apron almost always needs a permit from public works or engineering. We find out which one before we price the job.
Questions we hear about driveway aprons
Do I need a permit for a driveway apron in Connecticut?
Almost always. The apron is in the town right-of-way, so public works or engineering permits it, even when the rest of the driveway needs no permit. We handle that permit.
How much does a driveway apron cost?
Our planning range is $1,800–$4,500, including the thicker section and the right-of-way permit. Tear-out, curb work and length change the number.
Can you replace just the apron?
Yes. A cracked or sunken apron can be replaced on its own, tied into the existing driveway and sidewalk.
Can I widen my curb cut?
Widening changes the opening in the town curb, so it needs the town’s approval first. We check the rules when we pull the permit.
Free driveway apron estimates
Call or send the estimate ticket. We set a time to see the site and put the price in writing.