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City of Topeka Driveway Culvert Replacement Program
Run by City of Topeka (Utilities / Public Works)
OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
- What you get
- City buys replacement pipe and end sections; if the culvert costs under $1,000 it is a grant, otherwise a deferred loan recorded against the property
- Who qualifies
- Residential owner-occupied property in Topeka, no outstanding permit or code violations or City debt. For funding assistance, household income at or below 80% of HUD median: 1 person $46,350; 2 $52,950; 3 $59,550; 4 $66,150; 5 $71,450; 6 $76,750; 7 $82,050; 8+ $87,350.
- Where
- Owner-occupied residential properties in Topeka; income limits apply for funding help.
- Status
- Open. 20 replacements per year, first come first served.
- Type of payment
- Grant
What you do
Replace a failing driveway culvert at your owner-occupied home; income-qualified households get the pipe and end sections bought by the City.
Requirements
- Owner-occupied residence
- No outstanding permit/code violations or debt to the City
- Income limit applies for City-funded help
- Deferred loan comes due if property is sold, traded, transferred or refinanced within 5 years; lien removable after 5 years
- Funding limited to 20 residential replacements per year, first come first served
How to apply
- 1Submit the electronic application form, or download the printable application and deliver it
- 2Check the box if you think you qualify for funding assistance
- 3City reviews and notifies applicants
- 4If approved, an inspector visits to set scope and estimated cost
Timing and deadlines
not published
Sources
- https://topeka.gov/how_do_i/programs-services/culvert_replacement/index.php (official page)
- https://us.openforms.com/Form/2b35ce14-5ebf-463c-ba8b-99f4d33e71c0
Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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