DPW000248390
Report Public Right of Way Concern
Public Works
- Requested
- October 7, 2026
- Subtype
- Signs placed in public right of way
- Location
- 1206 Chase St, 23226
- As reported by the submitter and published by the City. May be the submitter’s address or another party’s; the City does not anonymize to block level.
- Council District
- 1
- Neighborhood
- Three Chopt
Description
People standing with large signage on sidewalk at Monument/Bremo that is taking up half of the sidewalk, making it difficult for people with mobility challenges (ie walkers, wheelchairs or those requiring someone next to them for support or balance) to pass by. This can impair access to the hospital entrance. It is also positioned to cause a distraction right where pedestrians cross, leading to increased risk of a pedestrian strike.
History
- October 7, 2026The service request is submitted.
- October 7, 2026The service request status has been changed to Assigned to Department.
- October 7, 2026The service request status has been changed to Assigned to Engineer.
- October 7, 2026The service request status has been changed to In Progress.
- October 7, 2026The service request status has been changed to Completed.
Comments
- Staff · October 7, 2026Thank you for contacting the City regarding your concern near Monument Avenue and Bremo Road. Based on the information and photograph provided, the reported condition appears to involve an individual standing on the public sidewalk with signage. An individual's presence on a public sidewalk, including while carrying or displaying a sign, does not by itself constitute a Right-of-Way permit or encroachment violation. The information provided does not indicate construction activity, a fixed installation, or another type of physical encroachment that would typically require action through DPW Right-of-Way Management. We appreciate you bringing your concerns regarding pedestrian accessibility and safety to the City's attention. If an individual or activity is actively preventing pedestrians from passing or presents an immediate public-safety concern, the matter may be more appropriately reported to the appropriate public-safety agency for evaluation. Thank you for contacting the City of Richmond.