Winter maintenance services active, focusing on primary roadways first
In the heart of winter, the Technical Operations of Solingen (TBS) are working tirelessly to ensure safe travel for all residents. The winter service is ongoing, with a focus on main traffic routes and bus routes, but what about the sidewalks?
While it might be tempting to assume that TBS is responsible for clearing all sidewalks, this is not the case. According to general knowledge of German municipal regulations and typical practices, property owners or tenants are usually responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks adjoining their property in many German cities, including Solingen.
TBS, however, appeals for everyone's safety. They urge drivers to drive carefully, plan extra travel time, and stay informed about current road conditions. The duty to clear sidewalks may need to be repeated if necessary.
It's important to note that TBS cannot clear all streets simultaneously despite their best efforts. They use internal resources for the winter service, deploying approximately 130 employees and 16 large vehicles specifically equipped for winter service.
So, who's responsible for clearing the sidewalks in front of private homes? Once again, it falls on the property owners or tenants. They must clear the sidewalks next to their buildings within a specific time frame after snowfall, usually by 7:00 AM on weekdays and by 9:00 AM on weekends and holidays.
If you need official, legally binding details, contacting the Technical Operations of Solingen (TBS) directly or reviewing their official winter service guidelines is recommended. For the latest updates on the winter service in Solingen, stay tuned to local news and TBS announcements.
Property owners or tenants are usually responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks adjoining their property in many German cities, including Solingen. However, drivers are also urged to drive carefully, plan extra travel time, and stay informed about current road conditions by TBS.
