Richardson prohibits obstructing sidewalks and public rights-of-way. Vegetation must be trimmed 7 feet above sidewalks and 14 feet above streets. Fences may not be built on public property. Construction sites must maintain safe pedestrian access.
Richardson Code prohibits obstruction of sidewalks and public rights-of-way. Vegetation clearance requirements include 7 feet above sidewalks and 14 feet above streets and alleys. Section 6-206 prohibits fences from being constructed upon or protruding over public property. Chapter 20.5 addresses encroachments on public rights-of-way. Construction sites must maintain safe pedestrian access per building code requirements. Temporary construction fencing is permitted under Sec. 6-211 but must not obstruct sidewalks or create safety hazards. Debris, equipment, and materials may not be stored on public sidewalks without proper permits.
Obstruction violations result in Code Enforcement or police citations. Obstructions may be removed by the city at the property owner's expense.
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Under Sec. 5-9(6), it is unlawful to allow an animal to unreasonably bark, howl, crow, or make other loud noise unprovoked for at least 15 minutes or in spor...
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Under Sec. 13-75(9), construction noise near residential areas is unrestricted 7 AM to 6 PM weekdays. Before 7 AM, after 6 PM, and on weekends, construction ...
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