§ 13.1.13. Operational Standards

a.

Intent: Provide operational standards to ensure public access is maintained.

b.

Hours of access and nighttime closings:

i.

By default, all Plazas are open to the public at a minimum from 6 a.m.—Midnight except for temporary closures as described below.

c.

Temporary Closures for Special Events:

i.

Plaza temporary closings for special events shall be limited to thirty days per calendar year. Notice shall be given to the Office of Special Events;

ii.

Signs posting the temporary closure of the Plaza for a special event shall be placed within view of the public right-of-way at least 24 hours prior to the event and include days and times of closures;

iii.

When temporarily closed for a special event, barriers are permitted to be up to three feet six inches in height, provided that the barriers are fully removed from the plaza area during opening hours and within 24 hours of the conclusion of the special event. If the special event is to take place during the Plaza's non-operating hours, the barrier may be up to five feet in height;

iv.

If the barrier is limited to no more than three feet six inches in height, posts or supports less than six inches in width are permitted to remain within the Plaza area during hours of operation; and

v.

Cabinets for barrier storage are not permitted within the Plaza area.

Source: Rule No. R14.17, 10-3-14 .