General Provisions
§ 12.04.010 — Right-of-way authority [City of AI, ME]
The Director of Transportation and Streets is the steward of the city's public right-of-way and shall regulate its use consistent with this title.
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Streets and Sidewalks
governs construction, use, and obstruction of public streets and sidewalks.
Chapters in this title
- General Provisions
- Vending on City Sidewalks and Parks
- Obstructions, Loitering
- Sidewalk Dining
- Newsracks
- Construction of Streets and Sidewalks
- Construction and Removal of Curbs
- Excavations
- Parades
- Special Assessment Deferrals
Vending on City Sidewalks and Parks
§ 12.06.010 — Permit and clear zone [City of AI, ME]
Sidewalk vending requires a permit. Vendors shall maintain a 5-foot pedestrian clear zone, shall not block curb ramps or transit stops, and shall remove all equipment at end of vending day.
Obstructions, Loitering
§ 12.08.010 — Obstructions prohibited [City of AI, ME]
Materials, vehicles, or objects placed in the public right-of-way without permit are prohibited. The city may remove and store obstructions at owner's expense.
Sidewalk Dining
§ 12.09.010 — Permit [City of AI, ME]
Sidewalk dining requires a permit specifying layout, hours, and accessibility. Tables and chairs shall not encroach the 5-foot pedestrian clear zone.
Newsracks
§ 12.10.010 — Placement and maintenance [City of AI, ME]
Newsracks in the right-of-way are limited to designated areas, must be securely anchored, and shall be maintained free of graffiti and damage.
Construction of Streets and Sidewalks
§ 12.12.010 — Standards [City of AI, ME]
Streets and sidewalks shall be constructed to city Standard Specifications, with curb ramps meeting ADA standards.
Construction and Removal of Curbs
§ 12.16.010 — Permit [City of AI, ME]
Construction or removal of curbs requires a right-of-way permit from Permit Central.
Excavations
§ 12.20.010 — Permit and restoration [City of AI, ME]
Excavation in the right-of-way requires a permit and conformance with the city's pavement restoration standards. Excavations open more than 24 hours require steel plating or barricades.
§ 12.20.020 — Moratorium on newly paved streets [City of AI, ME]
Streets paved within the prior 5 years are subject to a moratorium on new excavation except for emergencies or pre-approved work.
Parades
§ 12.24.010 — Permit [City of AI, ME]
Parades, marches, and processions on city streets require a permit submitted at least 14 days in advance, except for spontaneous First Amendment activity.
Special Assessment Deferrals
§ 12.35.010 — Income-qualified deferral [City of AI, ME]
Income-qualified homeowners may defer special assessments for street, sidewalk, or sewer improvements until sale or transfer of the property.