When do I have to clear my sidewalk in Lincoln?

The City of Lincoln says adjacent property owners must clear sidewalks of snow and ice by 9:00 a.m. the morning following the end of each storm, under Section 14.80 of the Lincoln Municipal Code.

How much does it cost to have snow shoveled in Lincoln?

You set the price. Shovler shows a minimum offer for your property and the snow depth, and a higher offer usually gets accepted faster. Your card is only charged after the job is done.

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Q: How much snow does Lincoln get?

Based on NOAA's 1991-2020 normals, Lincoln's official station at Lincoln Airport averages about 26 inches of snow a season.

Lincoln has older homes with front walks and steps in neighborhoods near downtown and the university, and larger driveways in newer areas toward the edges of the city. Adjacent property owners must clear sidewalks by the morning after a storm ends, and the city also checks curb ramps, so corner lots need extra attention.

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Snow, sidewalks and the rules in Lincoln

Lincoln's winters bring a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain, with storms often followed by quick melting and refreezing. Strong winds on the open plains can drift snow across walks and driveways after a storm passes.

Typical snowfall. Lincoln's official station at Lincoln Airport averages about 26 inches of snow a season (26.0 inches, 1991-2020 normals). Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (annual/seasonal).

Live elsewhere in Lancaster County? Post the job at your address and nearby shovelers can take it.

Around Lincoln, you can also book for addresses in College View, Havelock, Bethany, Country Club, Waverly and Hickman.

Whether you're in Haymarket and University Place or across town, a local shoveler can take the job from the app. Offer your price, follow along, and pay after it's cleared. Schedule a shoveler ahead of the storm and the walk can be cleared within the time the city expects.

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