Paso Robles Municipal Code Ch. 11.02 Alleys

The following sections are adopted as the general rules regulating alley access, alley construction and permits to work in alleys.

(Ord. 723 N.S. § 2 (part), 1997)

The city council may, by resolution, adopt rules and regulations restricting vehicular or pedestrian traffic through any alley by means of gates, barriers, or other control devices, when, in the opinion of the city council, the restriction is necessary for the protection or preservation of the public peace, safety, health, or welfare, subject to the following conditions:

A. The city shall provide access to utility vehicular or pedestrian traffic in order that the city or other utility may maintain, operate, replace, remove, or renew existing and functioning utility facilities.

B. No rule or regulation adopted pursuant to this section shall prohibit the delivery of freight by commercial vehicles.

C. No rule or regulation adopted pursuant to this section shall be implemented in a manner that adversely affects the operation of emergency vehicles or the performance of municipal services.

D. No rule or regulation adopted pursuant to this section shall restrict the access of certain members of the public to the alley, while permitting others unrestricted access to the alley.

(Ord. 723 N.S. § 2 (part), 1997)

The city council retains the authority to revoke, amend or modify any rule or regulation adopted pursuant to Section 11.02.020 of this chapter.

(Ord. 723 N.S. § 2 (part), 1997)

No rule or regulation adopted pursuant to Section 11.02.020 of this chapter shall be effective until signs giving notice of the rule or regulation are posted at all entrances to the alley or part thereof affected.

(Ord. 723 N.S. § 2 (part), 1997)

It is unlawful for any person, firm or association, without first obtaining an encroachment permit from the public works department, to:

A. Dig into, cut, deface, open or cause to be opened, or make any excavation in any alley for any purpose;

B. Place or cause to be placed any item that restricts an alley's width; or

C. Construct building signs, overhangs, or appurtenances in or above an alley.

Applications for encroachment permits shall be accompanied by bonds and fees as established from time to time by resolution of the city council.

(Ord. 723 N.S. § 2 (part), 1997)