Omaha may fine homeowners who don't clear their sidewalk of snow
On Friday afternoon (Jan. 17, 2020) the City of Omaha announced when they plan to cease some snow removal operations. From that time, residents will have 24 hours to clear your sidewalks or the City may do it and charge property owners for the added service, according to KMTV 3 News Now. Meaning residents have until Sunday morning to avoid penalties.
“Homeowners and business owners have snow removal responsibilities that help keep our City safe. By practicing a few common courtesies, traveling around Omaha can be better for everyone,” said a statement from Omaha Public Works.
The newser also gives instruction on snow removal such as to clear sidewalks promptly; to clear snow around fire hydrants and do not bury hydrants with snow from walks or drives; and to not plow, shovel or blow snow back into the street.
TAKE ACTION ON SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL
Inside Omaha's City Limits – The Omaha Municipal Code states that it shall be the duty of the occupant, as well as the duty of the owner, of any lot or land or real estate in the city, to clear all ice and snow from the sidewalks adjoining the said lot, land, or real estate within 24 hours after the city has declared that snow removal operations on the city's major streets are complete.
Outside Omaha's City Limits - To report snow on sidewalks outside Omaha's city limits, contact either homeowners' association, sanitary and improvement district board or your local governing entity.
To report all other sidewalks that are not cleared of snow and ice, fill out this form.
Frequently Asked Questions
To whom do I report uncleared sidewalks abutting schools or school properties?
Contact the school or appropriate school district. OPS-Westside-MillardWho do I report uncleared sidewalks abutting parks and park trails or on Pedestrian overpasses or bridge overpasses?
Contact the Parks Department at 444-5955 or 444-5920.