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Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules in Vermilion Parish, LA (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated Vermilion Parish, Louisiana.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Vermilion Parish. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Obstruction Rules

In unincorporated Vermilion Parish, Vermilion Parish Code § 30-3 makes it unlawful to obstruct parish roadside ditches or rights-of-way by backfilling, depositing material or plowing when that creates a hazard to the public. The Police Jury bills the violator for cleanup and restoration and can collect through court.

Right-of-Way Obstruction Rules in Unincorporated Vermilion Parish

Some Restrictions

Vermilion Parish Code § 30-3

(a)It is unlawful for any person to obstruct, in any manner, any parish roadside ditches or rights-of-way either by backfilling, depositing of material, plowing, etc., so as to create a hazard to the public.(b)It is unlawful for any person to cause damage to the surface of any parish road and/or right-of-way so as to create a hazard to the public.(c)Anyone convicted of a violation of this secti...

Encroachment Permits

In unincorporated Vermilion Parish, Vermilion Parish Code § 30-8 requires a written permit from the Police Jury before anyone places a structure in a parish road right-of-way. The structure must carry emergency contact information and keep a four-foot radius clear zone.

Right-of-Way Structure Permits in Unincorporated Vermilion Parish

Significant Restrictions

Vermilion Parish Code § 30-8

(a)Permits. Any person placing any structure within a parish road right-of-way must first obtain a written permit from the parish police jury.(b)Placement of structures. Any structure placed within a parish road right-of-way by utility companies or others must have a four-foot radius clear zone within which vegetation must be kept mowed or trimmed so as not to obscure visibility of the structur...

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