Chapter 19
PARKLETS
Sections:
7-19.04 Construction and design standards.
7-19.05 Operation and maintenance.
7-19.06 Inspection, supervision and fees.
7-19.01 Purpose.
The purpose of a parklet is to enhance the pedestrian ambiance by creating useable outdoor spaces that encourage a sense of community and that provide a tool for economic development.
(§ 1, Ord. 1416-20 (CM), eff. January 7, 2021)
7-19.02 Definitions.
“Parklet” shall mean the extension of the sidewalk and or pedestrian path area to an outdoor temporary curb extension area that includes a small seating or community gathering area or bicycle parking area temporarily constructed over street parking space(s).
(§ 1, Ord. 1416-20 (CM), eff. January 7, 2021)
7-19.03 Permits.
(a) Required. No person shall construct, repair or reconstruct a parklet unless a written encroachment permit has been obtained from the Department of Public Works and Utilities. Parklets will only be permitted on streets with speed limits of twenty-five (25) miles per hour or lower in commercial or business areas.
(b) Application. A written application shall be on a form approved by the City Engineer and shall include all requirements set forth in the guidelines for parklets on file in the Public Works and Utilities Department and in the office of the City Engineer.
(§ 1, Ord. 1416-20 (CM), eff. January 7, 2021)
7-19.04 Construction and design standards.
All work shall be in accordance with the construction and design standards and guidelines for parklets on file in the Public Works and Utilities Department and in the office of the City Engineer.
No materials shall be used in the construction, repair or reconstruction of any parklet except as specified by the City Engineer.
(§ 1, Ord. 1416-20 (CM), eff. January 7, 2021)
7-19.05 Operation and maintenance.
Operation and maintenance shall be in accordance with the guidelines for parklets on file in the Public Works and Utilities Department and in the office of the City Engineer.
(§ 1, Ord. 1416-20 (CM), eff. January 7, 2021)
7-19.06 Inspection, supervision and fees.
All work shall be done under the direction, supervision, inspection services and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Fees shall be charged for permits and inspection services as approved by the Council and on file in the Public Works and Utilities Department.
(§ 1, Ord. 1416-20 (CM), eff. January 7, 2021)