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This ordinance amends Section 13.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to update requirements related to notice and permission for excavations in the right-of-way. It aims to clarify and possibly enhance the procedures for obtaining approval before conducting such excavations.

An ordinance to amend Section 13.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws relative to required notice and permission for excavations in the right-of-way.

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Introduced 6/9/2026Metropolitan CouncilBill
→ Passed 8/18/2026

What it does

  • 1Amends existing code section 13.20.020 regarding excavation in the right-of-way
  • 2Updates requirements for providing notice prior to excavation
  • 3Specifies conditions under which permission must be obtained for excavations

This ordinance amends Section 13.20.020 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to update requirements related to notice and permission for excavations in the right-of-way. It aims to clarify and possibly enhance the procedures for obtaining approval before conducting such excavations.

Affects
Contractors performing excavationsMetropolitan Government departments overseeing right-of-way management

Activity timeline

2 of 2
  • Amendment filed
    Impact 45

    Amendment filed: Amendment No.1 to BL2026-1434

  • New document
    Impact 10

    New amendment: Amendment No.1 to BL2026-1434

Legislative history

8/19/2026
Mayor
Referred without comment
8/18/2026
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment
8/4/2026
Metropolitan Council
The bill was approved with an amendment by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Council Member Lee moved that the bill be passed on second reading, which motion was properly seconded. Council Member Lee offered Amendment No. 1 and moved that it be adopted, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council. Council Member Lee moved that the bill be passed on second reading as amended, which motion was seconded and approved by a voice vote of the Council.
8/4/2026
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment
8/3/2026
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
Referred without comment
7/21/2026
Metropolitan Council
The bill was recommended for deferral by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Pursuant to Rule 8.1 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, the bill is deferred.
7/7/2026
Metropolitan Council
The bill was recommended for deferral by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Pursuant to Rule 8.1 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council, the bill is deferred.
6/16/2026
Metropolitan Council
Upon motion duly seconded, the bill passed first reading and will be considered at the next regular meeting. The bill is referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
6/9/2026
Metropolitan Council
Referred without comment

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