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Council adopts ordinance banning obstructions that impede sidewalks and public ways; DOT coordination added
Summary
To address pedestrian safety and repeated complaints about obstructions on sidewalks and rights of way, the council voted to adopt an ordinance making it unlawful to obstruct sidewalks, streets or other public right-of-way. The ordinance includes enforcement mechanisms and staff will coordinate outreach and an implementation period; the council
Fayetteville councilors adopted a revised ordinance on Jan. 6 that prohibits obstructions in public streets, sidewalks and rights of way. Staff said the change fills a gap in local code: while the city has general responsibilities for maintaining public ways, current city ordinances did not explicitly prohibit certain obstructions created by merchandise, improperly stored materials, construction debris, gasoline pumps, or individuals and objects that prevent pedestrian travel.
City attorney and public‑services staff drafted the…
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