Michigan § 103.5 - Sidewalks; use regulated by council.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 103.5 — Sidewalks; use regulated by council., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 103.5. Sidewalks; use regulated by council.
The council shall have power to regulate and prohibit the placing of signs, awnings, awning posts, and of other things upon or over sidewalks, and to regulate or prohibit the construction and use of openings in the sidewalks, and of all vaults, structures and excavations under the same; and to prohibit and prevent obstructions, encumbrances or other nuisances upon the walks.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 103.5
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 103.5 cover?
Section 103.5 ("Sidewalks; use regulated by council.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Michigan § 103.5?
A common citation format is "Michigan Compiled Laws § 103.5" (Michigan). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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How does Michigan § 103.5 apply to my situation?
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