Snow & Sidewalk Clearing: Sandy vs West Jordan
How do snow & sidewalk clearing rules compare between Sandy, UT and West Jordan, UT?
Sandy and West Jordan have similar restriction levels.
Sandy, UT
Salt Lake County
Sandy requires property owners to clear snow and ice from adjacent public sidewalks within 24 hours after snowfall ends.
View full Sandy rules →West Jordan, UT
Salt Lake County
West Jordan Municipal Code Title 10-5 requires property owners to clear snow/ice from adjacent sidewalks within 24 hours of snowfall ending. Commercial properties: 8 hours. Failure triggers city clearing billed to owner.
View full West Jordan rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Sandy | West Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Fact | 24 hours to clear after snowfall ends | - |
| Residential Deadline | - | 24 hours after snow ends |
| Commercial Deadline | - | 8 hours (4 if open) |
| De-Icing | - | Required for ice |
| Dump Ban | - | Not into streets |
| City Clearing Fee | - | $75–$150 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Sandy FAQ
Who shovels the sidewalk in front of a rental home?
The ordinance assigns the duty to both owner and occupant. Leases typically assign it to tenants, but the owner remains ultimately responsible.
Can I push snow into the street?
No. Pushing snow into the roadway is prohibited and can result in a citation.
West Jordan FAQ
Am I liable if someone slips on my unshoveled sidewalk?
Yes. Utah Code §78B-2-102 creates civil liability for property owners when failure to clear snow/ice causes injury to pedestrians.
What if I'm physically unable to shovel?
Contact West Jordan Senior Services for volunteer snow-clearing assistance. Disabled residents may also hire service; city enforcement considers reasonable efforts.
Compare other topics
See how Sandy and West Jordan compare on other ordinance categories.
Want to add a third city?
Use our full comparison tool to compare up to three cities.
Open Comparison Tool