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Public Works - Snow Removal

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1. What are the Village’s parking regulations when it snows?

Orland Park’s Winter Parking Ban takes effect once 2" of snow falls. This ban applies to all vehicles on any Village-owned street and is in effect for a period of 24-hours or until the streets have been cleared of snow. Residents can assist Village crews (and avoid a parking ticket) in the snow removal efforts by parking vehicles in driveways or other off-street areas.

2. Does the Village repair my mailbox if it’s damaged by a Village snow plow?

The Village will replace a mailbox and post which is damaged as a result of the Village snow plow operations, provided the mailbox is installed per Village set back requirements. If you have questions whether or not your mailbox is in compliance with Village requirements you may contact the Public Works Department at (708) 403-6350.

3. Why does my driveway sometimes get “plowed in” when a snow plow truck passes?

The Village plows are designed to direct the snow to the curb side of the plow blade. Side delivery plows are the fastest and most efficient means available to remove snow from the streets. As a result, snow is discharged along the length of the curb, the parkways, and the private driveway areas. Orland Park has almost 20,000 thousand private driveways abutting Village streets, the cleaning of which is the responsibility of the property owner.

Personnel and equipment limitations prohibit the Village from responding to routine requests to remove snow from private driveways. We strongly recommend that you delay clearing your driveway until the snow plows have cleaned the majority of your street. Village ordinances prohibit the discharge of snow onto the Village streets. This illegally placed snow may freeze or become compacted and create a safety hazard for you and motorists.

4. Whom do I call with questions about snow removal?

Any questions regarding snow removal should be directed to the Village's Public Works Department at (708) 403-6350.