Glasgow Dimensions and Material of Sidewalks and Retaining Walls ordinance (§ 520.010)
Chapter 520: Sidewalks and Retaining Walls
In short: New sidewalks, pavements and retaining walls in front of or beside buildings must use the Board of Aldermen's specified material and size, with sidewalks four to ten feet wide unless necessity demands. Absent direction, follow industry best practices; all construction must meet state and federal law, including the ADA.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
Pavements, sidewalks, or retaining walls hereafter constructed in front or alongside of any house, office, or shop on any street shall be made of such material and dimensions as the Board of Aldermen of this City shall direct, and in the case of sidewalks or pavements, not less than four (4) nor more than ten (10) feet wide unless a case of necessity demands. In the event that no direction for construction is provided herein or otherwise by the Board of Aldermen, then such construction shall follow the best practices and industry standards for construction. Such construction shall further comply with any and all State and Federal laws, including for example, but not limited to, the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Official source: City of Glasgow official Code of Ordinances (online), § 520.010
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.