The Town of Cobourg reserves the right to determine when the snow clearing will be performed. Service will commence after the town’s plows have completed routes and when more than 5 cm (2 inches) of snow has accumulated (as determined by the town). Due to the nature of winter operations, severe storms and emergencies may affect response times, therefore the town cannot guarantee specific schedules.
- The program operates from November 1st, 2026, to March 31st, 2027
- Service includes snow clearing of municipal sidewalk (approximately 3 ft wide path)
- Service includes snow clearing of centre portion (one car width) of windrow at end of driveway
The town will NOT deploy for snow clearing unless there is more than 5 cm (2 inches) of snow accumulation (as determined by the town). The town will NOT deploy in the event of freezing rain. This may result in snow clearing services for some, and not all snow falls. Therefore, the property owner/tenant shall be liable to clear the municipal sidewalk or be subject to enforcement action under the Ice and Snow Removal By-Law 014-2025.
This program does NOT include the clearing of the entire driveway or private property walkways leading to municipal sidewalks.
This program does NOT include the application of sand and salt to municipal sidewalks or any portion of the driveway that may result in hazards, such as slippery and unsafe conditions on public property. Applicants should that the Ice and Snow Removal By-Law 014-2025 requires that sand and salt be applied to the sidewalk by the property owner.
Applicants must ensure municipal sidewalks and windrow area are kept clear of parked vehicles, garbage/recycling bins, and other obstructions that may interfere with snow clearing services.
Applicants must understand that equipment used during snow clearing services could possibly result in surface damage to driveways or damage to adjacent landscaping and agree that the Town of Cobourg will NOT be responsible for such damage.
Applicants must agree to notify the Town of Cobourg if they move from this address through the winter season, or if they are away for an extended period (i.e., more than 2 consecutive weeks).
Applicants acknowledge that if they are selected as program participants, they will be asked by the town, upon conclusion of the Pilot Program, to complete a survey that will evaluate program effectiveness, service delivery, and support future program planning.
Applicants must understand breach of the Program Terms and Conditions will result in termination of their enrollment in the program and ineligibility for future enrollment in the program.
