Heinsberg
Snow and ice arising between 7 am and 8 pm (Sundays and public holidays 9 am to 8 pm) must be cleared immediately after snowfall ends. Snow falling after 8 pm: by 7 am the next day on weekdays, by 9 am on Sundays and public holidays.
Keep pavements clear of snow over a width of 1.50 m and grit when icy. A 1.50 m strip from the walkable edge of the road also counts as pavement, e.g. in traffic-calmed areas.
Salt and other de-icing agents are generally banned, allowed only in exceptional weather (e.g. freezing rain) and at dangerous spots such as steps, ramps or steep slopes. Do not put salt on tree pits or planted areas.
Cleaning and winter maintenance of all pavements within built-up areas are the duty of the owners of the adjoining properties. Breaches: fine of €5 to €1,000.
The town's bylaw is authoritative: Street cleaning and fees bylaw of 11 December 2023
Erkelenz
Snow and ice arising between 7 am and 8 pm (Sundays and public holidays 9 am to 8 pm) must be cleared immediately after snowfall ends. Snow falling after 8 pm: by 7 am the next day on weekdays, by 9 am on Sundays and public holidays.
Keep pavements clear of snow over a width of 1.50 m and grit when icy. Where there is no pavement or separate footpath, clear a 1.50 m strip along the edge of the road.
Salt and other de-icing agents are generally banned, allowed only in exceptional weather (e.g. freezing rain) and at dangerous spots such as steps, ramps or steep slopes. Do not put salt on tree pits or planted areas.
Cleaning and winter maintenance of all pavements within built-up areas are the duty of the owners of the adjoining properties.
The town's bylaw is authoritative: Street cleaning and fees bylaw of 22 December 2017, as amended by the fourth amendment of 22 December 2023
