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Danbury To Property Owners: Shovel Your Sidewalks

Danbury reminded residents this week that they face an expensive fine if they haven't cleared their public sidewalks yet.

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As city public works crews continue to remove snow throughout Danbury, officials are warning residents/property owners to do likewise relative to sidewalks.
As city public works crews continue to remove snow throughout Danbury, officials are warning residents/property owners to do likewise relative to sidewalks. (City of Danbury)

City of Danbury

DANBURY, CT — City leaders this week issued a warning to property owners regarding their sidewalks after last weekend's major snowstorm.

Danbury Public Works crews were out across Danbury continuing snow removal operations, clearing streets, sidewalks, and public spaces, town officials said.

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"As conditions improve, we remind all residents and businesses that property owners are required to clear snow and ice from sidewalks in front of their property within four hours of daylight after snowfall ends, per the City Code of Ordinances," wrote the city.

Officials said sidewalks must be kept safe and passable, and snow or debris may not be pushed into streets, sidewalks, or public rights-of-way.

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Failure to comply may result in citations and fines of $100 per violation.

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