Oxnard, CA Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules: Obstruction Rules (2026)

Section 19-205 defines an ENCROACHMENT as "any physical object or material thing that occupies space in, under or on a right-of-way, including any obstruction within or over a right-of-way," excluding permitted architectural projections, a building being moved under a city permit, and vehicles or bicycles in motion. Section 19-206 requires an encroachment permit before excavating in a right-of-way, constructing or altering a driveway, sidewalk, curb, or gutter, planting or removing a tree or plant within a right-of-way, creating or removing any encroachment including a temporary structure, or moving any object large enough to interfere with traffic flow.

Section 19-207 has the city engineer grant the permit, with conditions, once satisfied the work serves the public interest and doesn't threaten public health, safety, or welfare, and requires the permittee to indemnify the city. If someone starts work without first obtaining a permit, Sec. 19-208 makes the engineer review the work before issuing one and charges a review fee equal to the full permit and inspection fee under Sec. 19-220, regardless of whether a permit is ultimately granted. Section 19-209 caps a standard encroachment permit at 30 days from issuance, though utility permits run a calendar year and landscaping or long-term structures conditioned on a land use approval get an indeterminate permit. Section 19-215 requires the permittee to clear equipment, materials, and debris from the site within three days after the city accepts the work.