Snow & Sidewalk Clearing: Lewisville vs Little Elm

Lewisville does not have a mandatory snow or ice removal ordinance for residential sidewalks. North Texas receives infrequent winter weather events, typically one to three per year, and the city focuses its ice response on priority roads, bridges, overpasses, and public infrastructure through its Emergency Operations Plan. Property owners are encouraged but not required to clear sidewalks adjacent to their property after winter storms. Commercial property owners should be aware that general premises liability under Texas tort law creates an incentive to address hazardous ice accumulation on walkways open to customers and visitors.

Little Elm does not impose a mandatory snow or ice removal ordinance on residential property owners. North Texas receives limited snowfall, and the town handles public road clearing through its public works department.