South Boston Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules
South Boston street cleaning runs April 1 through November 30 with winter pause from December 1 to March 31. Sweeping takes place on 1st & 3rd or 2nd & 4th Wednesdays between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM. BTD enforces $90 fines with prompt towing.
Primary Sweeping Routes in South Boston
Enforcement officers actively ticket and tow vehicles parked along these major thoroughfares during cleaning hours:
Geographic Sweeping Zones
Sweeping patterns boundary around key community landmarks across Boston:
How to Dispute a Street Sweeping Ticket in South Boston
Received a street sweeping ticket on South Boston corridors? You have a statutory right to dispute citations with the City of Boston Office of the Parking Clerk.
South Boston Street Sweeping Q&A
When is street sweeping in South Boston, Boston?
Street sweeping in South Boston (BTD District 6) takes place 1st & 3rd Wednesday (East) / 2nd & 4th Wednesday (West) between 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. April 1 through November 30 (December 1 – March 31 Winter Exemption).
How much is a street cleaning parking ticket in South Boston?
A street sweeping parking citation in South Boston, Boston is $90.00, with risk level classified as "High - Immediate Towing".
When does street cleaning start and end in South Boston?
Street sweeping in South Boston operates under municipal schedule: April 1 through November 30 (December 1 – March 31 Winter Exemption). Outside active months, routine residential sweeping is paused except for emergency snow routes or special DPW notices.
Is street sweeping enforced on city holidays in South Boston?
No. Street sweeping and alternate side parking enforcement are suspended on all official city and federal holidays in Boston. Missed holiday routes are generally not made up until the next scheduled cycle.
How do I dispute a street sweeping ticket in South Boston?
You can contest citations online within 21 days through the City of Boston Office of the Parking Clerk at 1 City Hall Square, Room 224, Boston, MA 02201. A common statutory defense is: Official municipal holiday suspension or lack of posted BTD alternate-side sweeping placards.
Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in South Boston?
Yes. Municipal sweepers alternate between opposite curbs on bi-weekly or staggered weekday schedules. Vehicles parked on the restricted side during posted hours are subject to immediate citation.
How can I receive street sweeping text alerts for South Boston?
Enter your address on StreetCleaningAlerts.com to activate automated SMS reminders delivered at 8:00 PM the evening prior to cleaning.
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