If a sidewalk has you trippin’ or if there’s a problematic pothole on your commute — the good news is there’s an app for that.

Boston 311 provides residents with access to various city services + helpful information 24/7, 365 days a year.

If you dial 3-1-1 or 617-635-4500, you’ll be connected to a trained service representative who will answer questions in regards to City of Boston departments + non-emergency services. You can also use the 311 number to make reports.

What can you report?

Potholes
Graffiti
Street light outages
Broken traffic lights
Litter
Sidewalk repair
Power outages
Tree removal or trimmings

Get updates on the go with the free mobile app, which you can download from the Apple Store or the Google Play Store.

What options will you see once you’ve downloaded the app?

Make a new request
Check recent reports throughout the city
View trash alerts
View requests you’ve made

As of Oct. 4, 2022, the app is now available in 11 languages. Another update? Bostonians can now see the status of city services + can submit multiple photos as part of a service request.

Don’t want to call the information line or use the mobile app? No problem. There’s an option to visit City Hall and speak to the Mayor's Office of Constituent Service in-person. The office is open weekdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

View all the online services here.

Stay connected to Boston’s 311