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Amending and supplementing the Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title 4: Public Places and Property; Article I: Public Rights of Way; Chapter 416: Obstructions, by making various changes relating to street encroachments for sidewalk cafes.
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Whereas, use of the public right-of-way for private purposes is a privilege, and not a right;
Whereas, sidewalk cafes can add aesthetic appeal and community activity that enhance the quality of life; and
Whereas, the City of Pittsburgh wishes to address the concerns of business owners, patrons, and communities about the potential for noise, encroachment, and unruly behavior on publicly owned sidewalk property; and
Whereas, the City wishes to encourage the enjoyment of open air dining, especially in business districts in historic districts; and
Whereas, the City wishes to ensure that Sidewalk Cafés are regulated for the protection of pedestrians, police and other emergency workers, and the disabled; and
Whereas, the City wishes to ensure good order and cleanliness, consistent enforcement, and high quality design standards for sidewalk cafés; and
Be it resolved that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby enact as follows:
Section 1. The Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title 4: Public Places and Property; Article I: Public Rights of Way; Chapter 416: Obstructions is hereby amended and supplemented as follows:
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CHAPTER 416. OBSTRUCTIONS
§ 416.01 Minor street obstructions; permit required
§ 416.02 Permit fee for minor street obstructions
§ 416.03 Street encroachments and major street obstructions; permit required
§ 416.04 Permit fee for street encroachments and major street obstructions
§ 416.05 Standards of permit issuanc <
§ 416.06 Sidewalk Cafés (Purpose)
§ 416.07 Sidewalk Cafés (Definition)
§ 416.08 Approval Process for Sidewalk Café, including Permits and Fees
§ 416.09 Sidewalk Café Site Plan
§ 416.10 Sidewalk Café A...
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