Short answer: Replacing a driveway apron in Oklahoma City usually costs $1,500 to $3,500 in 2026, including saw-cutting, removal, a rebuilt base, new reinforced concrete and the right-of-way permit. Width, curb and gutter damage, soft trench backfill and access move the price. The permit itself has been listed at about $100.
OKC Driveway Repair Co. replaces driveway aprons across Oklahoma City with the permit pulled as part of the job, and this guide breaks down driveway apron replacement cost line by line. The apron is the approach between the sidewalk (or property line) and the street. It is small, but it is the part of a driveway most likely to need a city permit and the part most often priced without one.
Typical apron replacement cost
| Apron | Typical size | OKC cost (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Single-car approach | 10 × 8 ft (80 sq ft) | $1,500 – $2,200 |
| Two-car approach | 20 × 8 ft (160 sq ft) | $2,200 – $3,500 |
| Wide or flared approach with curb work | 24+ ft wide | $3,500 and up |
The line items
| Line | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Permit | Right-of-way permit; BuildFolio lists the Oklahoma City figure at about $102 |
| Saw-cut and removal | Clean cuts at the property side and gutter line, haul-off |
| Base | Soft trench backfill dug out, compacted crushed stone |
| Forming | Tie-in to the curb and gutter at the city’s grade |
| Concrete and steel | Reinforced, air-entrained concrete at least as thick as the drive |
| Joints and curing | ½-inch expansion joints (§50-103), membrane curing compound (§50-105) |
| Barricades | Keeping the right-of-way safe for 7 days of cure |
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Why the permit line matters
Oklahoma City Code §50-116 says no person shall “construct, replace or repair any sidewalk, curbs or driveways without a permit,” and §50-117 issues that permit only to a licensed sidewalk or paving contractor. The apron is in the right-of-way, which makes it the clearest case those rules cover. A quote with no permit line either means the contractor plans to skip it or isn’t licensed to pull it. Either way, the risk lands on the property owner. Edmond, Norman, Moore and the other suburbs run their own permits.
Our driveway permit guide has the details, and who is responsible for the driveway apron covers ownership.
What raises the price
- Curb and gutter damage. If the curb is broken or sunk, it may need to be replaced with the apron.
- Soft trench backfill. Aprons usually sit over utility trenches. Loose fill has to be dug out and replaced.
- Width and flare. Wider approaches with flared sides take more forming.
- Traffic and access. Busy streets need more barricading; tight streets slow the tear-out.
- Matching the drive. Exposed aggregate or decorative finishes cost more to match.
Bottom line
Most Oklahoma City apron replacements cost $1,500 to $3,500 with the permit included. If a quote is much lower, check for the permit line and the base. For a written, permitted price, call (405) 442-4044 or see driveway apron repair.
Related questions
Does the city pay to replace my driveway apron?
Generally no. The apron sits in the public right-of-way, but adjoining owners are usually expected to maintain it. Oklahoma City's Sidewalk Repair and Replacement Program shares the cost of qualifying sidewalk repairs 50/50; check its current rules to see whether any part of your approach qualifies.
Why is an apron more expensive per square foot than a driveway?
It is small, so setup and mobilization are spread over fewer square feet, and it involves extra steps the rest of the drive doesn't: a permit, forming to the curb and gutter, matching street grade, and barricading in the right-of-way.
Can I just replace the apron and leave the rest of my driveway?
Yes. We saw-cut at the property side so the drive behind it is untouched, and dowel the new apron into the old slab so they stay level. It is one of the most common partial replacements.
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