Columbia Cleaning sidewalks ordinance (§ 24-12)
Chapter 24: Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places · Article I. In General
In short: Property owners and occupants must keep the sidewalks in front of or next to their property clear of rubbish, filth, refuse, fat, oil, grease, dirt, snow, ice and any other obstructions or dangerous materials; failing to do so is a misdemeanor.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
All persons are hereby required to keep the sidewalks in front of, or adjacent to, the property or premises owned or occupied by them or under their control, within the city, clear and free from rubbish, filth, refuse, fat, oil, grease, dirt, snow, ice and from any and all obstructions and dangerous agencies of every kind and description whatsoever; and any person failing to observe the provisions of this section shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor.
Official source: City of Columbia official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 24-12
Text from Supplement 139 (September 3, 2026).
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.