Richmond's Chapter 28 governs use of streets, sidewalks, and public places, restricting obstruction and authorizing parking regulations on city right-of-way.
Chapter 28 of the Richmond Code of Ordinances regulates streets, sidewalks, and other public places, including parking, obstruction, and improvements within the city right-of-way. The chapter prohibits placing obstructions on streets and sidewalks and authorizes the city to designate no-parking zones, time-limited parking, and removal of vehicles that block traffic, driveways, or fire hydrants. Parking that interferes with sanitation collection, drainage, or emergency access is treated as an obstruction under the chapter.
Class C misdemeanor; fines up to $500 per offense; towing and impoundment at owner's expense for obstructing vehicles.
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