sidewalks which are public property In most cities sidewalks are private property. As one of the conditions of being allowed to build on the property, the deve

sidewalks which are public property In most cities sidewalks are private property. As one of the conditions of being allowed to build on the property, the developer granted an easement to the city for the sidewalk. This is why a homeowner is required to remove snow from their sidewalk. It's their sidewalk.