Aurora property owners must clear snow from adjacent public sidewalks within 24 hours after snowfall ends under City Code Section 138-151.
Aurora City Code requires owners and occupants of property abutting public sidewalks to remove snow and ice within 24 hours after snowfall ends. The full width of the sidewalk must be cleared. Shoveling snow into the street or onto fire hydrants is prohibited. Commercial properties and properties along arterial streets may have shorter clearance requirements. Violations are enforced primarily by complaint; fines start at 150 dollars. After enforcement action, the city may hire a contractor to clear the walk and bill the owner. Elderly and disabled residents can request help through the Aurora Snow Angels volunteer program.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Aurora code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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