§ 12.1.010. Definitions.

Unless otherwise specified in this chapter the following definitions shall apply:

A.

"Boulevard" is that area within any City street, avenue, or highway right-of-way, not occupied by street paving, curb and gutter, and sidewalks.

B.

"Inside Boulevard" is the boulevard area on the property line side of the sidewalk.

C.

"Outside Boulevard" is the boulevard area on the street side of the sidewalk. Except as permitted under Section 12.1.050, no boulevard area may be encumbered by any obstacle whatsoever.

D.

"Obstacle" means any strung wire or netting, any fence or railing, or any barrier or structure of any kind whatsoever. Obstacle does not include trees, or the following:

1.

Ornamental lamp-posts;

2.

Telephone or electric light poles;

3.

United States government mailboxes;

4.

Signage for structures on the National Historical Register provided by the Montana Historical Society;

5.

Other structures erected by permit to aid owners in caring for the boulevards adjoining their property.

(Ord. 3170, 2018)