Skokie requires property owners and occupants to clear snow and ice from public sidewalks adjoining their property within 24 hours after snowfall ends. The Village provides snow plowing on streets. Residents should not push snow into streets or block fire hydrants. The Village offers assistance programs for seniors and disabled residents.
Skokie's municipal code requires property owners and occupants to clear snow and ice from public sidewalks adjoining their property within 24 hours after the end of the snowfall. The owner of record is responsible, but landlords typically delegate the duty to tenants through lease agreements, though the underlying code duty remains with the owner. Snow and ice must be cleared to the full width of the sidewalk. Residents may not push snow from driveways or yards into the street because this impedes plowing and creates hazards for other drivers. Snow piled at corners must not obstruct sight lines at intersections. Fire hydrants should be cleared by the adjacent property owner to maintain Fire Department access. The Village provides snow plowing on public streets with priority given to arterials and routes serving schools and emergency facilities. Salt is applied to maintain traction. Skokie's Public Works Department typically activates snow operations when accumulation exceeds 2 inches. The Village offers snow shoveling assistance for seniors and disabled residents through a volunteer program; contact the Human Services Division.
Failure to clear sidewalks within 24 hours may result in a $75 to $150 fine per occurrence. In severe cases, the Village may remove snow and assess the cost to the property. Pushing snow into the street can result in additional fines from $100. Contact Public Works at (847) 933-8427 or Code Enforcement at (847) 933-8284.
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