In Chicago, it is the law apparently, that you must clear your sidewalk of snow within a given time.
I heard it being discussed on the radio this morning. This is the best article I can find for now.
I heard it being discussed on the radio this morning. This is the best article I can find for now.
Tinley gives initial green light for downtown snow-removal law
As snow wrapped the Chicago area in a thick coat Tuesday night, Tinley Park trustees granted preliminary approval of a law to keep the public portion of some downtown sidewalks snow-free.
Property owners along Oak Park Avenue from 171st to 176th streets who let an inch of snow or more collect on the public portion of sidewalks in front of their shops and homes will face a $40 fine come Jan. 6 if that snow isn't gone 24 hours after it falls.
Trustees intend to approve the snow-removal ordinance on Jan. 6.
The first offense is $40 per 1,000 square feet of property. The second offense, and every one after it, is $80 per 1,000 square feet. "It comes down to public safety," Trustee Mike Bettenhausen said.
Village leaders still need to hammer out some details, such as who will enforce the proposed law and what to do if a property owner doesn't live in the area and can't remove the snow immediately.
A few properties along the south portion of Oak Park Avenue are abandoned, such as Chicks Ice Cream & Deli at 176th Avenue.
Business owners along Oak Park Avenue for years have asked village leaders to help keep the public portion of sidewalks clear from 167th to 183rd streets.