NYC Has a Live Snow Plow Tracker — Here’s How to Use It

When snow hits New York City, you do not have to guess when your block gets plowed — the city runs a live snow plow tracker. Joseph Ranola shows how to use it and walks through the sidewalk-shoveling rules every Staten Island and Brooklyn homeowner should know before the next storm.

What is the NYC snow plow tracker?

The City of New York operates PlowNYC, a real-time online map that shows which streets have recently been plowed during and after a snowstorm. It pulls location data from the Sanitation Department’s plow fleet so you can see, street by street, when your block was last serviced — instead of calling 311 or staring out the window.

How do I use PlowNYC?

Search “PlowNYC” or find the snow map on nyc.gov, type in your address, and the map highlights nearby streets by how recently they were plowed. It is most useful right after a storm, when you are deciding whether the roads are clear enough to drive, and for confirming that a missed street has actually been logged before you report it.

Do NYC homeowners have to shovel their sidewalks?

Yes. In New York City, property owners — not the city — are responsible for clearing the public sidewalk in front of their home. The rules require you to clear snow and ice within a set window after the snow stops falling, and failing to do so can bring a sanitation fine. Beyond the fine, an un-shoveled walk is a slip-and-fall liability, which is a far bigger risk to a homeowner than the ticket.

What should Staten Island and Brooklyn homeowners keep in mind?

Clear your walk promptly, keep a path to the curb and any fire hydrant accessible, and do not shovel snow back into the street. Corner properties and two-family homes with longer frontage carry more responsibility, so plan for it. Staying ahead of the rules protects your wallet and shields you from liability — both of which matter more than most owners realize until a storm hits.

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About Joseph Ranola

Joseph Ranola is a licensed real estate agent and Team Leader of the Bridge and Boro Real Estate Team at Real Broker LLC. Based on Staten Island and serving Brooklyn, Joseph and his team have earned 80+ verified five-star Google reviews and closed $40M+ in real estate volume across New York City. Joseph publishes Daily Tesla News to keep Staten Island and Brooklyn homeowners ahead of the market.