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May 10, 2017
As the summer months approach, many ordinances in the City of Rehoboth Beach go back into effect.
As of May 1, dogs are not permitted to be on the beach or boardwalk at any time until September 30.
"NO TURN ON RED" and "NO LEFT TURN" is posted at 1st and Rehoboth Avenue and 2nd and Rehoboth Avenue from May 1 through September 30.
Bikes are allowed on the boardwalk during the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. from May 15 through September 15. Skateboards are prohibited on the boardwalk and bandstand year-round and the sidewalks and streets at all hours from May 15 through September 15.
Roller blades and rollers skates are prohibited on the boardwalk, bandstand and Rehoboth Avenue from May 15 through September 15.
Year-round new rules for umbrellas on the beach and more:
Effective May 15, 2017, only umbrellas with a circular shade no greater than 8' in diameter and a central pole no greater than 7'6" in height are permitted. Baby tents up to 36" high x 36" wide x 36" deep, used to shade infants and small children, are permitted. All other tents, canopies, etc., are prohibited. Fire pits, open flames and cookery devices of any kind are prohibited on the beach.
As a reminder, smoking on the boardwalk and beach are prohibited and the noise ordinance continues to be in effect.
For more information, please contact the Communications Department at 302-227-2772 or [email protected]. To view city ordinances, please visit City Code.
