I am referring to the roof or sidewalk.

If it's a domestic water line leak, in Philadelphia we have shutoffs at the curb in the sidewalk.

The FHA says that examples of such problems include but are not limited to the following: Missing handrailsCracked or damaged exit doors that are otherwise operableCracked window glassDefective paint surfaces in homes constructed post-1978 (because of lead paint hazards)Minor plumbing leaks (such as dripping faucets)Defective floor finishes or coverings (worn through the finish, badly soiled carpeting)Evidence of previous (non-active) wood-destroying insect/organism damage where there is no evidence of unrepaired structural damageRotten or worn-out counter topsDamaged plaster, sheetrock or other wall and ceiling materials in homes constructed post-1978Poor workmanshipTrip hazards (cracked or partially heaving sidewalks, poorly installed carpeting)Crawl spaces with debris and trashLack of an all-weather driveway surface=================There are many areas, however, where the FHA does require problems to be remedied in order for the sale to close.Electrical and Heating The electrical box should not have any frayed or exposed wires.All habitable rooms must have a functioning heat source (except in a few select cities with mild winters).Roofs and Attics The roofing must keep moisture out.The roofing must be expected to last for at least two more years.The appraiser must inspect the attic for evidence of possible roof problems.The roof cannot have more than three layers of roofing.If the inspection reveals the need for roof repairs and the roof already has three or more layers of roofing, the FHA requires a new roof.Water HeatersThe water heater must meet local building codes and must convey with the property.Hazards and NuisancesA number of conditions fall under this category.

This house actually didn't flood during Harvey, the water only got up to the sidewalk.

Steep grassy hill in front, so hard to get from street to sidewalk without steps for neighbors. 

We cleaned out front landscaping bed, removed a fence by front sidewalk, added additional signage to increase visibility.

When our neighborhoods are deteriorating or just plain unsightly with overgrown weeds, cracked sidewalks and chipping paint, it's deeply satisfying to buy these run down eyesores and turn them into beautiful productive homes that people can be proud to raise their family in.

Some local areas have been having success installing planter boxes on extra wide sidewalks.

It is in a risky neighborhood but the city is paying 1 billion in renovations to the area with everything from parks, bars, new sidewalks, universities, apartment complexes, farmers markets, you name it they are doing it over the next seven years.

For example last month i was charged $250 to put salt on the steps and sidewalks.