Establish new law regulating drone use in Richmond
In Plain English
Richmond currently has no specific rules for drone operations within city limits. The proposed law would create Chapter 11.46 in the city code to regulate where and how residents can fly unmanned aircraft. If approved, drone operators must follow new local restrictions beyond existing federal rules.
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Continue this matter to a future meeting to allow city staff, the community, and individuals from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to offer input and discuss concerns regarding this ordinance
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