Snow Code: What is your responsibility in the colder months?

HELENA — Snow is here, and we all must work together to keep families, neighbors, and the community safe during these colder months. But do you know your responsibilities for snow removal?

Madelyn Heath reports - watch the video: Snow Code: What is your responsibility in the colder months

First, suppose you are a property owner within the city that has a sidewalk that runs through your property. In that case, it is your responsibility to remove the snow and ice, and do not forget to shovel or blow any ADA curb ramps and driveway aprons for accessibility.

It is important to note that under the city code, private property owners must remove snow from sidewalks within 24 hours after the snow stops falling.

But that is a little different for the city’s commercial districts. In those area