Washington Statutes

§ 70.54.090 — Attachment of objects to utility poles—Penalty.

Washington § 70.54.090
JurisdictionWashington
Title 70PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
Ch. 70.54MISCELLANEOUS HEALTH AND SAFETY PROVISIONS

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Wash. Rev. Code § 70.54.090 (2026).

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(1)It shall be unlawful to attach to utility poles any of the following: Advertising signs, posters, vending machines, or any similar object which presents a hazard to, or endangers the lives of, electrical workers. Any attachment to utility poles shall only be made with the permission of the utility involved, and shall be placed not less than twelve feet above the surface of the ground.
(2)A person violating this section is guilty of a misdemeanor. Intent — Effective date — 2003 c 53: See notes following RCW 2.48.180 .

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City of Seattle v. Mighty Movers, Inc.
96 P.3d 979 (Washington Supreme Court, 2004)
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Legislative History

[2003 c 53 s 351;1953 c 185 s 1.]

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