Technology Brookings, South Dakota

It is illegal to fly a drone near the university's historic bell tower without permission.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

As remote-controlled quadcopters became popular, students at South Dakota State University kept flying them into or dangerously close to the historic Coughlin Campanile. To protect the landmark and the people walking below, local regulations tightly restricted unmanned aircraft near the tower. A modern solution to a very modern nuisance.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Brookings Municipal Code § 58-132

Where to look:

Brookings City Ordinances - Aviation and Technology

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