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Section 8.32

Sidewalks, Bike paths, and Walkways

Adopted July 27, 2026

Any development shall provide pedestrian pathways meeting the following requirements:

1. Sidewalks a. Sidewalks shall be required on both sides of the street or road in accordance with Village of Mayville Code of Ordinances. b. All sidewalks shall be a minimum five (5) feet wide and constructed of concrete to the specifications of the American Society of Highway and Transportation Officials (ASHTO). c. Sidewalks abutting parking areas shall be a minimum of seven (7) feet wide to accommodate vehicle overhang. d. In lieu of concrete sidewalks, the Planning Commission may permit asphalt, stone, or wooden boardwalks in open space areas or areas with sensitive environmental features such as wetlands. The path or boardwalk shall provide direct access to all lots where the Planning Commission waives the requirement for concrete sidewalks.
2. Bike paths. Bike paths shall be at least eight (8) feet wide and constructed of concrete or asphalt in accordance with the specifications of the ASHTO. a. Walkways from the sidewalk to building entrances. b. A continuous pedestrian walkway shall be provided from any adjacent street sidewalk to building entrances. c. The walkways shall incorporate a mix of landscaping, benches, drop-off bays, and bicycle facilities for at least fifty percent (50%) of the length of the walkways. d. Walkways shall be connected to adjacent sites wherever practical and connect to other pedestrian systems.
3. Walkways from Parking Areas to Building Entrances a. Internal pedestrian walkways shall be developed for persons who need access to the building(s) from internal parking areas. The walkways shall be located within the parking areas and shall be designed to provide safe, guided access from these areas to the entrances of the building(s). b. The walkways shall be designed to separate people from moving vehicles as much as possible. c. The walkways must be designed for disabled access according to the adopted building code for the Village of Mayville and other applicable laws. d. The walkways shall be distinguished from the parking and driving areas by use of any of the following materials: special pavers, bricks, raised elevation, scored concrete, or pavement markings. Other materials may be approved by the Planning Commission if appropriate to the overall design of the site and building.
4. General a. Unless otherwise permitted by this Ordinance, sidewalks, bike paths, and walkways shall be installed by the developer or property owner within the dedicated street right-of-way or private road access easement. A special easement may be provided where grades or other factors prevent placement within the right-of-way or access easement.

b. Crosswalk pavement markings and signs may be required in areas of potential vehicular and pedestrian conflict.