Snow removal in Bend
Snow removal for driveways, parking lots and access in and around Bend, from the same contractor that builds and paves them.
What snow removal covers
When a storm comes off the Cascades, properties around Bend need drives, lots and access cleared so people can get in and out. RCC provides snow removal as one of its core services, alongside the paving and flat work it builds.
Snow removal goes smoothest when it is set up before the first storm. Call ahead to talk through the areas to clear, where snow can be piled on your property, and what triggers a visit.
Bend's sidewalk rules after snowfall
The City of Bend makes property owners responsible for clearing the sidewalks next to their property. Commercial properties must clear snow and ice within six daylight hours after snowfall. Residential properties have 24 hours. Snow from the sidewalk has to stay on your property; it cannot be pushed into the street.
According to the city's snow brochure, violations can be cited as infractions: up to $460 a day for a Class B infraction and up to $260 a day for a Class C infraction, which applies to residential property. Read Bend's sidewalk snow removal rules for the full breakdown.
What to send for a bid
Call or email with as much of this as you have.
- The address and the areas to clear (drive, lot, walks)
- Rough size of each area
- Where snow can be piled on the property
- Whether the property is residential or commercial
- Photos of the site, especially in winter
Questions about snow removal
How fast do I have to clear my sidewalk in Bend?
Commercial properties have six daylight hours after snowfall. Residential properties have 24 hours, according to the City of Bend.
Can I push snow from my sidewalk into the street in Bend?
No. The City of Bend says snow cleared from sidewalks must stay on your property and cannot be moved into the street.
When should I set up snow removal?
Before the first storm. That gives time to agree on areas, piling locations and when the crew comes out.
Related guides
Snow removal
What are Bend's sidewalk snow removal rules?
Property owners must clear the sidewalks next to their property. In Bend, commercial properties have six daylight hours after snowfall and residential properties have 24 hours.
Read the answerFlat workWho is responsible for fixing a damaged sidewalk in Bend?
The property owner. The City of Bend says property owners are responsible for maintaining sidewalks and fixing damaged ones, under Bend Municipal Code Chapter 3.30.
Read the answerFlat workDo you need a permit for a concrete driveway or slab in Bend?
Usually not a building permit for the slab itself: Oregon's residential code exempts concrete sidewalks, slabs, platforms and driveways.
Read the answerGet ahead of the first storm.
Call to set up snow removal for your property.
