Report a footpath issue
Report a footpath issue

Report a footpath issue

Report a footpath issue

Let us know about damage to a footpath or a footpath maintenance issue.
Last updated on: 08 August 2025

Urgent requests

Contact us on 0800 932 463 or 09 430 4200 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) if you have an urgent issue.
We will respond to issues reported online outside of our business hours (8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday) on the next working day.

How we can help

Footpaths are regularly inspected and maintained as part of the pavement, surface and drainage contracts for each area and include kerb and channel repair as required.
Issues can include:
  • cracks
  • obstructions and overgrown vegetation
  • missing pavers
  • trip hazards
  • slippery pavement
  • path lighting
  • tree root or other damage
  • cleaning up of leaves.

Report an issue

We try to resolve all issues within 15 working days, though complex queries may take longer to address.
If you have any issues using our online form, please contact us via email at mailroom@wdc.govt.nz.

Related information

You can find out more information on our main website.