Pittsburgh, PA Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules: Obstruction Rules (2026)

City Code § 417.05 prohibits depositing on any public sidewalk material that could harm the pavement, or waste, glass, or other articles that might injure people, animals, or property. Merchandise being staged for delivery is allowed, but only if it leaves at least five feet of usable sidewalk width and is removed within one hour: there's no exception for slow deliveries or narrow storefronts. A separate rule, § 541.05, bars obstructing sidewalks while loading or unloading vehicles without a written permit from the Director of Mobility and Infrastructure. Neither section carries its own fine, so violations fall under the citywide default penalty.