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Snow clearance in Minneapolis–Saint Paul

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Snow clearance in the Twin Cities is shaped by two sets of city rules sitting side by side. In Minneapolis, sidewalks at single-family homes and duplexes must be cleared within 24 hours after the snow stops, while other properties get only 4 daytime hours. Saint Paul also uses a 24-hour window after a winter weather event, and it is unlawful to shovel snow into streets, alleys or in front of other properties. The area's normal snowfall is 54.0 inches a year, so you will likely need help more than once a season. Before you hire, ask whether the crew knows the deadline for your type of property and which city you are in. Ask where they will put the snow, since pushing it into the street is not allowed in Saint Paul. Ask whether they will clear sidewalks as well as the driveway, and how quickly they respond after snowfall ends. Get the terms in writing.

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What to know in Minneapolis–Saint Paul

Before you hire

  1. Put it in a written contract: the work, price, deposit, start and finish dates, warranty, permits and clean-up. Paying cash to skip it leaves you no recourse.

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  2. Ask about liability insurance and workers’ compensation cover before anyone works on your roof or property.

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  3. Get written quotes from at least three contractors for the same work, and check references from recent clients.

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Questions about hiring in Minneapolis–Saint Paul

How fast must a sidewalk be cleared in Minneapolis?

At single-family homes and duplexes, the sidewalk must be cleared within 24 hours after it stops snowing. At all other properties the deadline is 4 daytime hours, counted between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. If you hire a service, ask them to confirm which deadline applies to your property. City of Minneapolis (source, opens in a new tab)

Where can a plow crew put the snow in Saint Paul?

Not in the street. Saint Paul's ordinance makes it unlawful to shovel snow into streets, alleys, parking places, or in front of other properties. Before you sign, ask the contractor where they will pile snow on your lot, and whether the agreement covers sidewalks within the 24-hour window. City of Saint Paul (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a snow clearance quote or contract include?

Ask for the areas covered, such as driveway, walkways and sidewalk, and what snowfall triggers a visit. It should state how soon after snowfall they clear, where snow will be piled, and how you are billed. Ask for proof of insurance, and keep the terms in writing.

What happens in Minneapolis during a snow emergency?

Day 1 parking rules begin at 9 p.m., and parking is not allowed on either side of snow emergency routes. Cars may park on a street that has been fully plowed, even if the emergency is still in effect. Plan where your vehicles will go so a plow crew can work. City of Minneapolis (source, opens in a new tab)

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