Westland requires owners and occupants to clear snow and ice from public sidewalks abutting their property within 24 hours after a snowfall ends, with the city authorized to clear at the owner's expense.
Under the Westland Code of Ordinances, the owner or occupant of any property abutting a public sidewalk must remove accumulated snow and ice within 24 hours after the snowfall ends. The cleared path must be at least the full width of the sidewalk and free of compacted ice, with sand or ice melt applied as needed for safety. The rule applies to residences, commercial buildings, and corner lots, where both the front and side sidewalks must be cleared. Failure to comply allows Westland Department of Public Service or its contractor to clear the walk and bill the owner for the work plus an administrative fee. Persistent failure can result in municipal civil infraction tickets and, where injuries occur, civil liability under MCL 691.1402a.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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