Sidewalk furniture in the central downtown area is allowed due to the unique characteristics of that neighborhood, to encourage economic development in the downtown area and because of the constraints caused by the older style of development. The intent of these standards and requirements is to ensure safe access and movement for pedestrians and motorists alike, and to ensure uniform placement, aesthetics, and maintenance, while protecting city liability when the items are placed within public right-of-way.
(Prior Code, § 18-4-1)