City of Madison sees fewer snow violations this winter
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Without much snow this past winter, the City of Madison's Building Inspection Division received significantly fewer snow removal complaints than the previous winter.
From October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, the City received a total of 553 snow removal complaints from residents, down from 866 during the same time frame the previous year. Of those 553 complaints, 182 cases resulted in citations and fines being given to the property owner in question. In comparison, a total of 325 citations were issued during the 2023-2024 winter season.
Much of the drop could be attributed to significantly less snowfall this winter than the previous year. From October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, the City saw about 22.1 inches of snow fall – more than 15 inches less than we saw in the same timeframe in 2023 to 2024.
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866
Snow Removal Complaints
Winter 2023-2024
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553
Snow Removal Complaints
Winter 2024-2025
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37.2"
Total Snowfall
Winter 2023-2024
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22.1"
Total Snowfall
Winter 2024-2025
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108
Excessive Salt Use Complaints
Winter 2023-2024
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133
Excessive Salt Use Complaints
Winter 2024-2025
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12
Excessive Salt Use Notices
Winter 2023-2024
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17
Excessive Salt Use Notices
Winter 2024-2025
Spring and Summer Ordinances
Barring any significant April snowstorms, the focus will now turn to springtime regulations. As a reminder, property owners should make sure any vegetation growing on their property does not encroach onto public sidewalks. Additionally, as grass begins to grow, city ordinance requires that grass be kept below 8 inches in height.
If you see a problem with overgrown grass or weeds, you can file a report online and a member of the Building Inspection staff will investigate.
