For the purpose of this chapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ENCROACHMENT.
(1) Any structure, object, material or physical disturbance of materials, including but not limited to, driveways, culverts, road repairs, wells, septic systems, drainage, and all types of structural improvements within, extending over or under:
(a) The city's public right of way;
(b) A public easement;
(c) Property dedicated to a public use which is operated or maintained by the city; or
(d) Land owned by the city.
(2) Any snow storage, soil removal, debris or any other obstruction, any road, ditch drain, gutter, or culvert which hinders or restricts:
(a) Public traffic;
(b) Maintenance or the flow of water in or along any:
1. Public right of way;
2. Public easement;
3. Public education; or
4. City land.
(Ord. 96-5, passed 5-14-96)