(La Porte, IN) - Property owners in La Porte can ask the city to help pay for sidewalk repairs.  The application process is now open.

Officials said the city will pay half the cost for select applicants or up to $2,000 per residence.  City Engineer Nick Minich said the program helps make affordable sidewalk repairs which can be costly.  "This program gives residents a chance to move their sidewalks to the top of the list at half the cost they would pay on their own, while also allowing them to play a role in the process,” he said. 

Applications are available online at cityoflaporte.com.  Applications along with a $100 deposit are due by Friday, officials said.