Baton Rouge requires driveways to meet development standards. Vehicles must not block sidewalks. Parking on unpaved front yard areas is a code violation. Driveway modifications require permits.
The Baton Rouge UDC sets standards for driveways including width, materials, and connection to public streets. Vehicles parked in driveways must not block sidewalks or public rights-of-way. Parking on unpaved portions of the front yard (grass, dirt) constitutes a property maintenance violation. Driveway expansions and new construction require permits from the Department of Development. The city-parish follows International Building Code standards as adopted locally for construction requirements.
Blocking sidewalks and front yard parking on unpaved surfaces are code violations subject to enforcement.
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