I walk a lot. I even walk outside when it is cold out. Weird I know but I have my reasons.
I was surprised when I walked to the grocery store last week and the sidewalk was covered with snow and ice, days after it had snowed. Some of the snow became ice after freezing and thawing a few times.
In fact, only about half of the properties along the way had snow-free sidewalks.
Saint Paul City Ordinance requires snow and ice to be removed from sidewalks within 24 hours; read Chapter 113and Chapter 114 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for more information.
The city web site even has a “how to” section for people who do not know how to properly remove the snow from the walk.
There is also a printable door hanger to take with you on your next walk. Leave the door hanger as a reminder to neighbors to keep their sidewalks clear.
To report a sidewalk that’s a safety hazard and needs shoveling, contact the Department of Safety and Inspections at 651-266-8989.
The city will have the snow removed and send the bill to the property owner.
It is important to remember that the snow removal ordinance applies to property owned by businesses, rental property, condominiums, and townhouses and the sidewalks in front of vacant houses.
Please be a good neighbor and keep your sidewalk safe and free of snow and ice. If your neighbor can not shovel and you can shovel their walk too.
