Garland had 10,571 people in 1950 and 81,437 in 1970, and it kept growing past 138,000 by 1980. Kraft took over the old Continental Motors plant after World War II, and the population more than tripled during the 1950s. The town itself dates to 1887, named for U.S. Attorney General Augustus H. Garland. Most of the driveways we replace here were poured during that postwar run. Call (469) 257-3979 for a free estimate in Garland.
Garland's driveway rules
Garland spells out more than most cities. The Building Inspections office issues the permits, and the Transportation Department reviews approaches. Rules we build to:
- A permit to pour a new driveway or widen an existing one, plus a separate permit for each approach
- Concrete in a front or side yard driveway at 4 inches with #3 rebar on 18 inch centers, on chairs
- A 5 foot radius at a front approach and a 5 foot flare at an alley approach
- No driveway covering more than 50 percent of the yard, or 65 percent for a circular driveway with two approaches
- Approaches kept clear of storm inlets and fire hydrants
We pour 5 inches as our standard, with the steel the city calls for or heavier, unless the city tells us to build it another way.
Jobs we see in Garland
Replacement driveways on 1950s through 1970s lots, alley aprons, wider driveways for a third car, and pads for trailers and boats. Garland's yard coverage limit matters on extensions, so we measure the yard and show you how much room you have before we price it.
Call for a free estimate with the permits included.
Questions about driveway work in Garland
- How much does a driveway permit cost in Garland?
- The city lists a fee for the driveway permit and a separate fee for each approach. We include them in your written price.
- How thick does Garland want a driveway?
- The city's spec for a front or side driveway is 4 inches with #3 rebar on 18 inch centers. We pour 5 inches as our standard.
Call or send the form. We walk the driveway with you, measure it and write the price down before we leave.