City of Delano's Ordinance 718.01 requires property owners and/or tenants to remove snow and ice from the sidewalk on their property within forty eight (48) hours after an ice or snow fall. 

The City of Delano has developed door hangers to notify residents, who are not following City Ordinance, that their sidewalk must be cleared of snow and ice.  If you are notified via door hanger, please remove the snow and ice as soon as possible.  Please see an example of the door hanger below:

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Door hangers are available at City Hall for residents to distribute to their neighbors - free of charge.  Please stop by City Hall during normal business hours to pick them up.  The City offices are open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Tuesdays: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM and Fridays: 8:00 AM - 12 Noon.

Some information about the City of Delano's Ordinance regarding snow and ice removal:

Who is responsible?

Property owners and tenants are responsible for removing snow and ice from sidewalks which border their property.

What is their responsibility?

To clear the length and width of the sidewalk of any and all snow and ice.  This includes pedestrian ramps.  * It is ILLEGAL to plow or place snow onto the Public Street or Right-of-Way.

When should it be done?

The City Ordinance allows for 48 hours after a snow or ice event to clear the sidewalk.  If you are unavailable to clear your sidewalk, the City encourages you to make arrangements to have the work done.

Where can I go with questions?

If you have questions about the Ordinance, please call City Hall at 763 972-0550.

Why does the City have this Ordinance?

The City of Delano hopes to keep its sidewalks safe and clear during the winter months for pedestrian traffic.  School children and the elderly often rely on the sidewalks for mobility.

Are there consequences if I don't shovel?

The City of Delano hopes that tenants and property owners will be able to keep the sidewalks clean and clear.  However, if this duty is neglected, the snow and ice will be removed at the owner's expense.  This cost may be billed and/or assessed against the property.