Borough Of Dormont: Snow Removal Ordinance Reminder

Press release from the Borough of Dormont:

January 7, 2022

FRIENDLY REMINDER! During winter months when snow falls, it is the responsibility of the property and/or business owners to remove snow and ice from sidewalks and curbs in front of their property within 24 hours after the snow has stopped falling.

The Borough of Dormont Snow Removal Ordinance (Ch 181 §181-19) requires all Borough of Dormont property and business owners to clear snow and ice from sidewalks and curbs in front of their Businesses within 24 hours after snow has stopped falling. The ordinance also prohibits transferring or depositing snow on highways, streets, or alleys within the Borough.

If your property is located on a corner lot you are responsible to remove snow and ice from front, side and rear sections of sidewalk along your property.

Failure to comply with the Borough Code can result in:

• The Borough or Third-Party Agency removing snow and ice from sidewalk and the property owner being liable for costs.

• The property owner receiving a Citation requiring appearance in court plus fines of up to $1,000.00.

The Borough of Dormont recommends standard Rock Salt to be used on sidewalks.

Your cooperation and responsiveness are greatly appreciated! Should you have any questions please contact the Building-Code Department at (412) 561-8900 ext. 233 or 235.

You can also report any issues on our new app, Access Dormont. You can download the new app at

Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.civicapps.dormontpa

Apple App Store: http://appstore.com/AccessDormont

Don’t have a smart phone, no problem – you can also report issues via our website: http://boro.dormont.pa.us/report-an-issue-access-dormont/

This press release was produced by the Borough of Dormont. The views expressed here are the author’s own.