Richardson residents may hold block parties with a street closure permit from the Police Department, typically requested 10-14 days in advance. The permit allows temporary barricaded closure of a residential street for a neighborhood gathering.
Richardson's Police Department issues block party/street closure permits for residential neighborhood gatherings. The applicant submits a request identifying the street block, requested hours, a list of affected residents with signatures of at least 75% supporting the closure, and a point of contact. Lead time is typically 10-14 days. Closures are generally limited to daytime and early evening hours (11 a.m. to 10 p.m.) and one residential block at a time. Through streets, collector roads, and emergency access routes cannot be closed. Barricades are provided by the city, and the applicant is responsible for placement per the police department's instructions. Alcohol consumption in the street is not permitted as public right-of-way remains public property; private property portions of the party may include alcohol. Amplified music must stop by 10 p.m. under the noise ordinance, and no fees apply for standard residential block parties.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Richardson code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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