§ 20-41. Construction of sidewalks.

(a)

Permit. Any person who wishes to construct a sidewalk must first obtain a building permit from the city engineer's office.

(b)

Grade. Grade for sidewalks shall be established by the city engineer.

(c)

Location. The first person to construct a sidewalk on any one block shall establish the location. There are two locations which are acceptable to the city:

(1)

A six-foot sidewalk one foot outside the property line.

(2)

A six-foot sidewalk adjacent to the curb.

Curb sidewalks are not allowed on arterial streets because they interfere with snow removal.

(d)

Width. All city sidewalks must be six feet wide.

(e)

Areas where construction required. All persons who reside within a six-block radius of a church, school, convenience store or supermarket shall construct a city sidewalk.

(f)

Variances. Any person who wishes a variance in size or location of a city sidewalk shall obtain permission from the city council.

(Code 1981, § 12.04.060)