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Washington D.C. Reinstates Snow Clearing Fines for Sidewalks

2/8/2026

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Washington, D.C. resumed fining for uncleared sidewalks after a snowstorm, with eight hours to clear and penalties of $150 for businesses and $25 for residents.
Kayanda Jones, a lead solid waste inspector, emphasized the importance of maintaining safe pedestrian passage.
The city has been informing the public about these regulations since January 26.
Similar snow-clearing rules are enforced in Arlington and Loudoun counties in Virginia, as well as Montgomery County in Maryland.

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Washington, D.C. resumed fining for uncleared sidewalks after a snowstorm, with eight hours to clear and penalties of $150 for businesses and $25 for residents.
Kayanda Jones, a lead solid waste inspector, emphasized the importance of maintaining safe pedestrian passage.
The city has been informing the public about these regulations since January 26.
Similar snow-clearing rules are enforced in Arlington and Loudoun counties in Virginia, as well as Montgomery County in Maryland.