Sidewalks and curbs
Replacement and new work to town and county specifications
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CONCRETE · UNION COUNTY
Concrete contractor in Union County, NJ
Union County's towns are dense and established, so a lot of concrete work here is replacement: sidewalks, curbs, driveway aprons and steps that have done their time. We also build ADA curb ramps for public work. Several Union County towns publish clear sidewalk and apron rules, listed below.
Services
Concrete services we offer
ADA curb ramps
Slopes, landings and detectable warnings for public and private work
Driveways and aprons
Including the apron that meets the street
Patios and slabs
Broom-finished, with control joints and a compacted base
Foundations and footings
For additions, garages, walls and site structures
County Rules
Working on county roads in Union County
The Union County Engineer issues permits for work in the county right-of-way, including concrete curbs and gutters along county roads and driveway connections to county roads.
Union County right-of-way policy (PDF)Local Rules
Local rules that affect concrete work
- Linden: new or replacement sidewalk along municipal and county roads needs the city's Sidewalk Permit (SWP), built to Linden's specifications.Linden sidewalk permits
- Summit: an Engineering Permit is required before installing or replacing curbs, driveway aprons or sidewalks in the right-of-way.Summit Engineering Permits
- Rahway: openings in the public right-of-way need a Right-of-Way Opening Permit.Rahway ROW permits
- Elizabeth: the City Engineer oversees work in the right-of-way, including encroachment permits.Elizabeth Engineering
Checked in October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the town before work starts. General information, not legal advice.
Service Area
Towns we serve in Union County
FAQ
Common questions about concrete in Union County
Who approves a driveway apron on a Union County road?+
The Union County Engineer issues permits for driveway connections to county roads and for curbs along them. Town permits can apply too.
Who is responsible for the sidewalk in front of a home in Union County?+
It depends on the town. Summit, for example, says sidewalks and curbs in the right-of-way are the property owner's responsibility. Our guide on sidewalk responsibility in NJ explains the general rules.
Do you give free estimates in Union County?+
Yes. Send us the details through our quote form or call (917) 532-5651. We review requests Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Planning concrete work in Union County?
Mehal Construction Corp. is registered with SAM.gov for federal contracting and with NJ Public Works for state government contracting.