The City of Hamilton By-law states that homeowners, tenants, businesses clear snow and ice within 24 hours of a snowfall, this includes removing ice that builds up on roofs or eaves that overhang the sidewalks for safety to people passing.
Failure to remove snow and ice may result in the following action taken by the City.
- A "Notice to Comply" issued (A Notice to Comply is a document provided to the property owner/occupant that gives direction on what actions need to be taken in order to comply with the By-law).
- Charges being laid under the Provincial Offences Act, which provide for a maximum fine(s) of $5000.00, in addition to other court proceedings necessary to obtain compliance.
- The City performing the required work at the property owner’s expense, with all costs being added to the property taxes.
- "Fee for Service" charge added to the property taxes.
If you have a complaint to make about the snow and ice removal by-law you can call 905-546-2782 Mon-Fri 830am-430pm or 905-546-CITY(2489) after business hours.
For those who are not physically able to clear their snow and ice. The City of Hamilton also offers Community Assistance Programs such as Helping Hands and Snow Angels aimed at helping seniors and disabled persons with snow and ice removal. Helping Hands provides a variety of home support services that includes snow shovelling for senior citizens and disabled citizens on a limited income. To contact Helping Hands, please call 905-546-3057. To contact Snow Angels, please call 905-523-1910 or visit them online at www.snowangels.ca. Please note that these programs are not responsible for removal of snow and ice within 24 hours of a snowfall; it is the property owners/occupant's responsibility to ensure snow and ice is removed.
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