Exceptions.
Grand Rapids City Code § 9.603
in effectSec. 9.603. - Exceptions.
Notwithstanding the prohibitions contained in the foregoing Section, riding, propelling, pushing or otherwise operating a skateboard, long board, roller skates or inline skates is expressly permitted as follows:
(a) Persons under the age of 15 may ride, propel, push or otherwise operate a skateboard, long board, roller skates or inline skates on any public sidewalk anywhere within the area described in Section 9.604.; and
(b) Persons age 15 or older may ride, propel, push or otherwise operate a skateboard, long board, roller skates or inline skates on or in any public street or alley anywhere within the area described in Section 9.604.; and
(c) Persons may ride, propel, push or otherwise operate a skateboard, long board, roller skates or inline skates in facilities specifically designated for use of skateboards; and
(d) Persons may ride, propel, push or otherwise operate a skateboard, long board, roller skates or inline skates on any private property where the owner has given permission for such use.
(Ord. No. 2015-24, § 1, 5-12-15)
Source: City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, City Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mi/grand_rapids/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIOLRE_CH165SK_S9.603EXFetched: 11/7/2026