§ 14-160. Fire lanes establishment.

The establishment of fire lanes shall be determined by the fire chief or his designee in accordance with the North Carolina Fire Prevention Code. Upon establishment of the fire lane, the building occupant shall mark said fire lane to the following specifications:

(1)

Areas designated as fire lanes shall have their boundaries borders, and curbs clearly marked with yellow paint.

(2)

The words "No Parking, Fire Lane" shall be clearly marked with yellow paint within the fire lane with a minimum of ten-inch high lettering.

(3)

It shall be the responsibility of the building occupant to maintain the markings, and to keep the fire lane free of obstructions.

(4)

No person shall obstruct a designated fire lane with merchandise, building materials, vehicles, displays or any other obstructions of any kind. This prohibition includes all fire lanes in shopping centers or mall parking lots, and any and all other public vehicular areas. Violation of this section shall subject the offender to a fine of $25.00.

(Ord. No. O18-025 , § 1, 8-23-2018)