Winter has finally arrived and with more of the white stuff on the way, residents and businesses are reminded they are responsible for keeping their sidewalks clear 鈥� for everyone鈥檚 safety.
Under the , snow in residential areas must be removed from sidewalks and walkways within 24 hours of the first accumulation of snow.
In commercial areas, snow must be removed from sidewalks and walkways by 10 a.m.
Cleared snow cannot be placed on roadways.
鈥淭his bylaw is meant to protect the public, both physically and legally,鈥� said Township of 91原创 bylaw enforcement manager Bill Storie said. 鈥淓nsuring people remove snow and ice from their walkways will prevent painful falls and help avoid law suits.鈥�
A similar bylaw exists in the .
