‍1. What are snow emergency routes?  

Snow emergency routes are designated streets where parking is prohibited when the road is snow covered. These routes must remain clear to allow emergency vehicles to move safely throughout Hoboken for the protection and welfare of all residents.  

These routes are marked with street signs that read: “No Parking When Road Is Snow Covered.”

2. Where can residents find the official snow emergency route map?  

A full map and listing of snow emergency routes is available on the City’s website at:
www.hobokennj.gov/snow

3. When do snow emergency routes go into effect?

Snow emergency routes go into effect when the roads are snow covered as announced by the City’s Office of Emergency Management. Notifications are issued via Nixle and the City’s official social media channels.

Residents should never leave their vehicles parked along snow emergency routes or Grand Street (3^rd Street to 8^th Street) without a plan to move their  vehicles if enforcement is announced.

4. What happens if a vehicle is parked on a snow emergency route?  

Vehicles parked on snow emergency routes while the road is snow covered are subject to ticketing and towing.

This enforcement ensures emergency vehicles can safely travel throughout the City.

Residents should not park on snow emergency routes until restrictions are officially lifted.

5. When are snow emergency routes lifted?  

Snow emergency routes are lifted by the Office of Emergency Management once streets are sufficiently plowed, and parking will not interfere with traffic flow or emergency operations.

6. Which streets are designated as snow emergency routes?  

The following streets are designated snow emergency routes:

• Fourth Street – South Side – River St. to Jackson St.

• Willow Avenue – West Side – Observer Hwy. to 11th St. (County Road)

• Third Street – North Side – Jackson St. to River St.

• Ninth Street – North Side – Jackson St. to Castle Point Ter.

• Fifth Street – South Side – Clinton St. to River St.

• Washington Street – Both Sides

• Observer Highway – Both Sides – Henderson St. to Hudson St. (County Road)

• 13th Street – North Side – Washington St. to Madison St.

• 13th Street – South Side – Washington St. to Hudson St.

7. Are there any additional temporary parking restrictions?  

Yes. Temporary No Parking signs take effect on the east side of Grand Street between Third and Eighth Streets to allow plows to clear snow toward the curbline when the roads are snow covered. Parking on this road segment will resume once snow is fully cleared and signs are removed.

8. Will discounted parking be available?  

If snow emergency routes are enforced, the City may open certain municipal garages at a discounted rate for valid on-street parking permit holders. Announcements will be made via Nixle and social media. Parking availability is limited.

9. What are property owners responsible for during snow events?  

Residential, retail, and business property owners are required to:

• Clear snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their property

• Clear adjoining curb ramps or curb cuts

• Clear fire hydrants near their property

• Remove snow within 6 hours after snowfall stops

It is illegal to:

• Shovel snow back into the street

• Cover or block fire hydrants

Failure to comply may result in fines ranging from $250 to $2,000.

10. How is sidewalk compliance enforced?  

The City’s inspectors conduct sidewalk inspections. Residents may also report un-shoveled sidewalks by emailing: sanitationinspectors@hobokennj.gov

11. Are there laws about clearing snow from vehicles?  

Yes. Under New Jersey law, it is illegal to drive with accumulated snow or ice on any part of a vehicle. Residents must clear their entire vehicle, including the roof, before driving to prevent snow or ice from creating hazards.

12. Are illegally parked vehicles near crosswalks also enforced during snowstorms?  

Yes. Vehicles parked illegally in or too close to crosswalks are subject to towing at all times.

13. What safety tips should residents follow when removing snow?  

Residents are encouraged to:

• Pace themselves and take frequent breaks

• Lift with their legs, not their back

• Stay hydrated

• Dress in layers

• Avoid overexertion

Individuals with heart conditions or medical concerns should consult a physician before shoveling snow.