Public Works FAQ

16 07, 2020

HOW CAN I GET A VACANT HOUSE CLEANED OUT?

2020-07-16T10:59:04-04:00

THE CITY CAN ISSUE VIOLATION NOTICES TO THE PROPERTY OWNERS OF VACANT PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY.  THE LAW REQUIRES THE CITY TO MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO GIVE THE PROPERTY OWNER THE CHANCE TO ABATED THE PROPERTY VIOLATION THEMSELVES BEFORE YOUR TAX DOLLARS ARE USED TO CUT, CLEAN AND BILL VACANT PROPERTIES.

HOW CAN I GET A VACANT HOUSE CLEANED OUT?2020-07-16T10:59:04-04:00
16 07, 2020

What is the difference between a pothole and a sinkhole?

2020-09-10T13:47:10-04:00

A Pothole is a perforation on the surface of the street. A Sinkhole is the washing away of the ground around a Pothole. Sinkholes can be reported to Public Works and/or directly to American Water at (856) 635-1496.  After hours can be reported at (856) 488-2041.

What is the difference between a pothole and a sinkhole?2020-09-10T13:47:10-04:00
16 07, 2020

How do I report a Pothole?

2020-09-10T10:32:08-04:00

You can call our offices directly during normal business hours at (856) 757-7132 or our Complaint Hotline any time at (856) 757-7139.  We check our messages twice a day. Weather permitting potholes can be completed within a week. The City of Camden is only responsible for City Streets,  County Street issues can be reported to the County Public Works Department at (856) 566-2980.

How do I report a Pothole?2020-09-10T10:32:08-04:00

Mayor Victor Carstarphen

Quick Contact Info

520 Market St, Camden, NJ 08101

Phone: 856-757-7000

Web: https://www.ci.camden.nj.us

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