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Wheeling Snow Removal Sidewalks It is the responsibility of every owner or person having charge of any building or lot to remove the snow and ice from the sidewalk in front of the building or lot. (§11.16.010) Individuals who shovel snow or ice from sidewalks are not liable for personal injuries allegedly caused by the snowy or icy condition of the sidewalk resulting from their shoveling unless their conduct is willful or wanton. (Willful or wanton conduct means with an actual intent to cause an injury or with a conscious disregard for the safety of others. Illinois Compiled Statutes, Chapter 745, Section 75/2. Streets It is unlawful to remove or cause any snow or ice to be removed and deposited upon any street, road or highway. (§11.16.030) Q: Who is responsible for shoveling snow from sidewalks? A: It is the responsibility of every owner, lessee, tenant, occupant or other person having charge of any building or lot of property in the Village abutting upon any public way or public place to remove the snow and ice from the sidewalk in front of said building or lot of property. Q: Can I park my car on Village-maintained streets during snowfalls? A: No parking is allowed on any Village street on which there is an accumulation of snow 2 or more inches in depth until plowing operations have been completed. Violators may be towed and fined.