Residents and businesses are required to remove snow from the sidewalks abutting their property no later than 24 hours after the DPW has declared the "End of Snow Operations" for a particular storm.

This point in time not only indicates when the clock starts ticking for compliance but also gives assurance that our plows are not out in full force potentially pushing snow back onto sidewalks that may have already been cleared during the storm.

If you find a sidewalk that is non-compliant after 24 hours has elapsed, you can report it on our resident reporting system. 

Please remember that compliance with these rules greatly helps the safety of Malden's many pedestrian commuters including children who walk to school. Please use our infographic(PDF) as a quick reference guide.