Pickerington requires property owners to clear snow and ice from public sidewalks abutting their property within 24 hours after snowfall ends. Codified Ordinance 660.07 is the enforcing section.
The ordinance applies to residential and commercial frontages. The city does not plow residential sidewalks. Ice that cannot be removed must be treated with salt or sand. Corner properties must clear ADA ramps. After non-compliance, the city may clear the walk and bill the owner under ORC 729.01. Contact Pickerington at (614) 837-3974 for enforcement.
Initial warning is typical for residences; commercial properties can be cited immediately. Fines up to 100 dollars per violation, and city-cleared sidewalks bill at 100 to 250 dollars plus administrative fees.
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