With winter well under way, the Massachusetts Office on Disability (MOD) has released a new guidance page with all you need to know about snow removal and accessibility in Massachusetts, including:

• Why accessible snow removal is important to create safer, more accessible communities, support people’s safety and independence, and avoid costly lawsuits,
• Legal obligations for municipalities, businesses, homeowners, and renters,
• Rules for adequate snow removal, including width requirements for clear paths of travel (36 inches!),
• What to do if you can’t shovel snow because of your disability, whether you’re a business owner, homeowner, or renter,
• Accessibility violations in snow removal: Who to contact, what to say, and what to expect when getting them resolved, and
• Best practices for snow removal and accessibility for municipalities, businesses, homeowners, renters, and drivers.

We all have a role to play in keeping our communities safe and accessible this winter. Read the guidance so you can be prepared for the next snowfall.