Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules in Aurora, CO (2026)
2 verified sidewalk & pedestrian rules for Aurora, Colorado, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Sidewalk Repair
Aurora property owners must keep abutting public sidewalks clear of snow, ice, litter, and slip hazards like algae, but City Code § 114-35(b) expressly says they owe no duty to repair or reconstruct the sidewalk itself.
Sidewalk Repair Responsibility in Aurora, CO
Some RestrictionsAurora City Code § 126-312
The owner or his or her agent or the occupant of any premises or property in the city shall maintain those public sidewalks on the public right-of-way adjacent to such premises or property in a condition free from snow and ice.
Encroachment Permits
Anyone doing work in an Aurora, Colorado public right-of-way, including a homeowner without a contractor, must get a permit from the Director of Public Works first.
Aurora Right-of-Way Encroachment Permit
Some RestrictionsAurora City Code § 126-132
A contractor shall obtain a permit from the director of public works before performing any work in the public right-of-way. The application for a permit shall describe the location and type of work, shall be signed by the contractor and shall state the phone number for office hours and after hours where the person responsible for the work may be reached in case of emergency. Each permit shall c...
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