Another possible sustainable option is Rubbersidewalks, made from
recycled rubber tires reprocessed into "pavers" that are porous and
allow water to penetrate to tree roots below.
Two IC alumni created this business - you can read about THEM and a
little about their business in our alumni magazine, ICView, at
http://www.ithaca.edu/icq/2005v1/cn/sidewalks.htm
The company website is: http://www.rubbersidewalks.com/
Don't know if these "pavers" would pass City code muster - might be
worth inquiring. I also don't know how they compare cost-wise.
Marian
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Thank you, Miranda, for asking. I, too, have been exploring options other than
concrete, but have had no response yet from the City's office (of sidewalks).
We are facing a major corner replacement project and would prefer to consider
materials that are more sustainable if at all possible.
Caroline Cox
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