Black Dog ExteriorsRichardson's code is clear that driveways and curbs in front of a home are the owner's to repair. Contractors need a bond with the city, and the steel gets inspected before the pour.
The apron and permit rules in Richardson
The apron is the stretch of concrete between the street and the sidewalk (or your property line). It sits on city right-of-way, so the city sets the rules for it, even though you're usually the one paying. Here's what Richardson requires:
From Richardson's code and permit pages, checked October 2026. Cities update fees and specs, so confirm with the city before you count on a number. source 1
What a driveway replacement costs in Richardson
These come from the last 40 driveway replacements we quoted around Dallas–Fort Worth, all standard 4-inch reinforced concrete with a broom finish. Real quotes, not a national average.
Smaller driveways cost more per square foot, because the setup, tear-out equipment and concrete truck cost about the same either way. Bigger ones come in cheaper per foot.
What moves the price
- Size. The biggest factor by far. We measure from an aerial photo first, then confirm with a tape measure before anything's final.
- What's under the old slab. Thick old concrete, a second layer poured on top, or heavy wire mesh all take longer to break up and haul off.
- Getting the truck in. If the concrete truck can't reach, the concrete gets pumped in, which adds cost.
- Finish. Stamped, exposed aggregate and other decorative finishes cost more than broom finish.
- The apron at the street. Most cities want it thicker, with more steel, and some want a permit and inspection.
What's included
- Tear-out and haul-off of the old driveway
- A compacted base, not just graded dirt
- 4 inches of 3,500 PSI concrete (thicker where the city requires it at the apron)
- Rebar on 18-inch centers, set on chairs so it sits in the middle of the slab
- Control joints cut clean, expansion joints at the house and street
- Site cleaned up, plus a 1-year workmanship guarantee in writing
How it works
- Tell us about the job.A few quick questions and your address. Photos help.
- Get a written estimate, usually within a day.We measure your driveway from an aerial photo and send the price by text, with everything that's included spelled out.
- A 20-minute walk to confirm.We tape-measure, check the things a photo can't show, and you see any change in writing before you commit.
- Pour day.Tear-out, base, steel and pour. You can walk on it in a day or two and drive on it after about a week.
Monthly payment options are available through our financing partner. You'll see the link on your estimate.
Questions people ask
Who's responsible for the driveway apron in Richardson?
In Richardson it's the homeowner. The city generally only rebuilds an apron when it's redoing the street itself or caused the damage.
Do I need a permit to replace my driveway in Richardson?
For the apron, yes. Concrete permit $50. Work entirely on your own property is a separate question, so ask the city if you're unsure.
How much does it cost to replace a driveway in Richardson?
Most of our DFW driveway replacements come in between $11.40 and $15.56 per square foot, with a typical 700 sq ft job around $9,350. The apron spec and permit in Richardson are the main local differences.
How long before I can drive on new concrete?
You can usually walk on it in a day or two. Give it about a week before parking a car on it, and longer for anything heavy.
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Get your driveway priced in Richardson
No sales visit to get a number. Most people have a written estimate within a day.
Or call or text (903) 418-2989