Denver requires property owners to clear snow and ice from their sidewalks, including the ADA ramps and bus stops next to them, so everyone can get around safely.
How fast
- Homes: clear the sidewalk by the day after the snow stops falling.
- Businesses: start clearing as soon as the snow stops.
How the city checks
Inspectors leave a time-stamped notice at properties with sidewalks that haven't been shoveled. After that notice, homes have 24 hours and businesses 4 hours before the inspector comes back, and the property owner can be fined.
Reporting a sidewalk
If a sidewalk near you is still not cleared more than 24 hours after a snowstorm, call 311 (720-913-1311 from outside Denver) or report it online with the address.
Help for neighbors who can't shovel
Denver's Snow Angels program matches volunteers with older residents and people with disabilities who need help clearing their sidewalks. You can also sign up to volunteer.
What the city clears
The city plows streets, and its snow program aims to clear each protected bike lane at least once every 24 hours. Denver Parks and Recreation clears park property and some sidewalks, such as bridges and underpasses.