Clothing Burlington, Vermont

It is illegal to walk down Church Street without a shirt on.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

The highly popular pedestrian mall on Church Street is heavily regulated to keep it family-friendly and presentable. Wandering through the outdoor shopping district shirtless was explicitly banned to curb rowdy college students during the summer months and maintain public decency.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Burlington Code of Ordinances § 21-22

Where to look:

Burlington City Ordinances - Public Decency

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