Locations for storage of material and equipment.
Columbus City Codes § 4123.05
in effect4123.05 - Locations for storage of material and equipment.
Upon obtaining a street occupancy permit from the director of public service and/or their designee, in accordance with Chapter 903 of Columbus City Code and subject to subsequent revocation for cause, material or equipment necessary for the work under a building permit may be placed or stored on public property in the following locations:
(A) In Front of the Building Site. In the one-third portion of the roadway of the street that is adjacent to the curb in front of the building site for which a building permit has been issued; provided that no material or equipment shall be placed or stored within 25 feet (7.62 m) of any rail of any railway track. When adjacent to railroad right-of-way, prior to placing any material or equipment that would interfere with the movement of rail traffic or create a close clearance hazard for railroad personnel, the railroad must be notified and assess said placement for potential hazards to railroad personnel and equipment.
(B) In Front of the Adjoining Site. In the roadway of the street adjoining the building site for which a permit has been issued to the same extent and under the same restrictions as specified in subsection (A) of this section. A due waiver of claim against the city for damages on account of such placement or storage shall be obtained from the owner of such property and submitted to the director of public service and/or their designee at the time of street occupancy permit application. A copy of said waiver shall also be filed in the office of the chief building official before such material or equipment may be so placed or stored.
(C) In the Alley. In the alley adjoining the building site for which a permit has been issued, provided that a clear and unobstructed roadway not less than ten feet (3048 mm) in width is maintained through such alley along the building site.
(D) Public Sidewalk in Front of Building Site. On any portion of the public sidewalk in front of the building site for which a permit has been issued, except on the walkway required to be maintained.
(Ord. 1404-99 § 2 (part): Ord. 733-06 § 9; Ord. No. 0128-2009, § 1, 2-9-2009)
Source: City of Columbus, City Codes and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/oh/columbus/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT41BUCO_CH4123GECOSTLLST_4123.05LOSTMAEQFetched: 10/27/2026