HomeMy WebLinkAboutLamppost_Brochure_2025Department of Public WorksDivision of Engineering227 W Jefferson Blvd., Ste 1316South Bend, IN 46601LAMPPOSTLIGHTINGPROGRAM
FAQs
WHAT DOES THE LAMPPOST LOOK LIKE?
The lamppost model is a Gama Sonic Imperial III Solar Lantern–single head with a 78” standard post. It is a commercial grade, cast aluminum weather resistant structure, and provides automatic dusk to dawn operation with light sensors.
IS THERE A DEADLINE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM?
Applications must be submitted to the Division of Engineering by June 6, 2025.
DO I NEED PROFESSIONAL HELP TO INSTALL THE LAMPPOST?
The EZ Lamppost Mounting System eliminates the need for any wiring, digging, trenching or concrete foundation for installation. It is a simple DIY hand auger installation. Watch this two-minute video on how to install: http://bit.ly/LamppostInstall
ONCE INSTALLED, WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE LAMPPOST?
The homeowner is responsible for any maintenance of the lamppost, including replacement of LED lights and solar panels. The lamppost comes with a two-year warranty from the manufacturer. New LED bulbs and batteries can be ordered from the manufacturer.
El Programa de Iluminación Lamppost de la Ciudad de South
Bend ayuda a los propietarios a mejorar las condiciones
de iluminación en sus vecindarios a través de la instalación
de farolas en los patios delanteros de las casas. Las farolas
solares son simples postes de auto-instalación que deben
montarse en un área nivelada a aproximadamente cinco
(5') pies de la acera. Los propietarios que viven dentro de las
áreas objectivo pagarán el 10% del costo, lo que equivale a
$50. Para más información, llame al 311.
2025
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
MAYOR JAMES MUELLER
FOR ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS, CALL 311.
ABOUT
The City of South Bend’s Lamppost Lighting Program assists homeowners with lighting enhancements in their neighborhoods.
The cost-share program offers easy self-install, solar-powered lampposts for residential front yards. The solar lampposts must be mounted in a level area within approximately five feet of the edge of sidewalk.
There is a limit of one lamppost per household. The homeowner is responsible for pickup, installation and any maintenance of the lamppost after installation.
The program is being offered to South Bend homeowners within the city limits. For 2025, the City has selected two target areas based on income, number of vacant lots and need for lighting in the neighborhood.
Homeowners who live within these target areas will pay a lower share of the total cost of the lamppost:
• Within target areas, homeowners pay 10% of totallamppost cost: $50.
• Outside target areas, homeowners pay 50% of totallamppost cost: $250.
Payment is due at time of application. Cash, check/ money order or credit card will be accepted.
PROCESS (KEEP THIS PAGE) APPLICATION
FILL OUT THE APPLICATION BY JUNE 6. DROP OFF OR MAIL WITH PAYMENT TO:
City of South Bend–Division of Engineering227 W. Jefferson Blvd., Suite 1316South Bend, IN 46601
NAME OF HOMEOWNER
PROPERTY ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CODE
PHONE
EMAIL
Preferred method of communication:
Phone Email
Select cost share (see map for eligibility):
Target area resident – $50 per applicant
Outside target area – $250 per applicant
Method of Payment:
Cash – Exact cash only. Must be hand-delivered
to the office.
Check/Money Order – Must be submitted
with application and made payable to the
City of South Bend.
Credit Card – Can be made in person at the
Engineering office.
Application must be filled out by homeowner.
South Bend IN
1. APPLICATIONFill out and mail in application with payment by June 6 to the Division of Engineering at 227
W. Jefferson Blvd., Suite 1316, South Bend, IN 46601.
2. APPROVALEngineering will notify homeowners via email once their application is approved.
3. DISTRIBUTIONHomeowners can pick up their lamppost at the Public Works Service Center, located at 731 S. Lafayette Blvd. on:
• Thursday, June 26 from 4 – 6 p.m., or
• Saturday, June 28 from 10 a.m. to noon
4. INSTALLATIONHomeowners will need to verify that the location they pick to install the lamppost does not interfere with utilities. Homeowners must call 811 to have utilities located on the property. The lamppost should be placed in direct sunlight and away from trees for best results. The lamppost must be placed on the homeowner’s property, not in the tree lawn, and within five feet of the front sidewalk.
Installation must be completed by the homeowner within two weeks of distribution. Engineering will inspect lampposts after the two weeks to ensure proper installation. Visit http://bit.ly/LamppostInstall to watch a two-minute video on how to install the lamppost.
If you still have installation questions, call 311.
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