Sacramento does not have a snow removal ordinance for sidewalks, as the city's Mediterranean climate results in extremely rare snowfall. The City does not require property owners to clear snow from sidewalks. Property owners are responsible for general sidewalk maintenance and keeping sidewalks clear of obstructions under City Code Chapter 12.56.
Sacramento averages less than 0.1 inches of snowfall per year, making snow removal requirements unnecessary. However, property owners are responsible for maintaining the sidewalk adjacent to their property in a safe condition under Chapter 12.56. This includes removing debris, ensuring proper drainage, and reporting damaged sidewalks. For the rare occasion when ice forms, property owners should take reasonable precautions to prevent slip-and-fall hazards.
There are no snow-specific violations. General sidewalk obstruction or maintenance failures can result in code compliance action and potential civil liability for injuries caused by hazardous conditions.
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