Attaching items to objects on public sidewalks/rights-of-way—Utilities/traffic programs.
Las Vegas Municipal Code § 10.48.025
in effect10.48.025 - Attaching items to objects on public sidewalks/rights-of-way—Utilities/traffic programs.
(A) Except as otherwise provided in Subsection (B), it is unlawful to attach, affix or connect to any pole or other structure that is located on a sidewalk or within public right-of-way and that is part of a utility system or a traffic control or management system any rope, cord or similar item or device for the purpose of providing:
(1) Support for a shelter or other similar structure or facility; or
(2) A means of hanging clothing or other personal items.
(B) The provisions of Subsection (A) do not apply to any action that is:
(1) Authorized by a permit or other written approval issued by the Department of Public Works; or
(2) Taken by or on behalf of a government agency.
(C) A law enforcement officer or an officer or employee of the City assigned to the enforcement or implementation of City ordinances may remove any item affixed in violation of Subsection (A). Subject to the provisions of Subsection (D), the officer or employee may dispose of the item as he or she sees fit.
(D) The officer or employee shall return any item removed pursuant to this Section, along with any personal property being supported or used in connection therewith, to its owner if the owner is known and can reasonably be located.
(Ord. No. 6695, § 1, 7-17-19)
Source: City of Las Vegas, Municipal Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/nv/las_vegas/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT10PUPEMOWE_DIVVIOFAGPR_CH10.48DEDE_10.48.025ATITOBPUSIRI-WTITRPRFetched: 10/28/2026