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Durham Parking, Snow Removal Ordinances

The town of Durham reminded residents of rules pertaining to parking and snow removal during the winter.

The following information was provided by the town of Durham.

Reminder - Durham Code of Ordinances Β§ 10-41 Parking during winter months.

(a) It is the intent and purpose of this section to facilitate snow removal from Town streets and highways during winter months.

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(b) From November 1 of each year to April 1 of the following year, inclusive, it shall be unlawful to park on Town streets and highways as follows:

(1) During the hours from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. inclusive; or

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(2) During any winter snow emergency declared by the First Selectman. (Declared on Monday, Jan 26)

(c) The violation of this section shall subject the registered owner of, or person responsible for, such illegally parked vehicle to a penalty of not more than $10 for each violation plus the cost of towing.

Reminder - Durham Code of Ordinances.14-2 Unlawful deposits of snow, ice, leaves or other debris on public roadways or sidewalks.

(a) No person shall deposit any snow, ice, leaves or other debris onto any portion of any public Town road, street or sidewalk, so as to impede or render unsafe any manner of use or travel upon said public Town road, street or sidewalk.

(b) Penalties for offences. Any person violating this article shall be guilty of an infraction. This infraction shall result in a fine of $50 per offense.

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