Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules in Yolo County, CA (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Yolo County, California.
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Obstruction Rules
In Yolo County's Downtown Mixed Use zone, awnings, balconies, and other building features can project into the sidewalk right-of-way only with an encroachment permit and only if five feet of clear sidewalk remains. Sec. 8-2.606(a)(3)(ii) sets that standard for the Esparto downtown district, the county's one designated DMX area.
Sidewalk Encroachment Rules in Yolo County
Some RestrictionsYolo County Code of Ordinances § 8-2.606(a)(3)(ii)
Special architectural features such as balconies, bay windows, arcades, and awnings may project into front setbacks and public street right-of-ways (but not extend past the curb line) provided they meet minimum required clearance above the sidewalk and leave a minimum five (5) foot wide unobstructed sidewalk. Prior to new encroachment into the public right-of-way, a permit shall be obtained fro...
Encroachment Permits
Private use of the sidewalk or public right-of-way in Yolo County's commercial zones requires an encroachment permit before work starts. Under Code Sec. 8-2.606(e), outdoor dining tables may extend into the right-of-way only with a County-issued encroachment permit, and pedestrians must keep a five-foot clear path, dropping to three feet only where five feet isn't feasible.
Yolo County Encroachment Permits for Right-of-Way Use
Some RestrictionsYolo County Code of Ordinances § 8-2.606(e)
Outdoor eating spaces. Outdoor dining is permitted and may occur within the public right-of-way with issuance of an encroachment permit. A minimum of five (5) feet of clear sidewalk access for pedestrians shall be maintained, if feasible, otherwise three (3) feet shall be maintained.
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules by City in Yolo County
1 cities in Yolo County have their own sidewalk & pedestrian rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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