Footpath
A footpath is a strip of concrete, asphalt, pavers, bitumen seal or crushed rock laid between the back of kerb and the property boundary (or elsewhere) for use as a path by pedestrians.
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Alternate Definitions
A public way reserved for the movement of pedestrians and of manually propelled vehicles - Glossary of Austroads Terms.
Useful Life
The useful life of a footpath will depend on a number of factors including soil conditions, the material it is made from, its thickness, and the proximity of trees. A life of 40-50 years is typical for concrete footpaths in some areas.
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External Links
NAMS.AU Practice Notes - the page includes a link to the preamble of Practice Note 1: Footpaths & Cycleways.
