South End Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules
In Boston's South End, street cleaning takes place from April 1 to November 30 on 1st and 3rd Thursdays and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. BTD enforces a $90 citation with aggressive towing.
Primary Sweeping Routes in South End
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 End
Received a street sweeping ticket on South End corridors? You have a statutory right to dispute citations with the City of Boston Parking Clerk.
South End Street Sweeping Q&A
When is street sweeping in South End, Boston?
Street sweeping in South End (BTD District 3) takes place 1st & 3rd Thursday / Friday between 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. April 1 through November 30 (Winter pause Dec 1 – Mar 31).
How much is a street cleaning parking ticket in South End?
A street sweeping parking citation in South End, Boston is $90.00, with risk level classified as "High - Immediate Towing".
When does street cleaning start and end in South End?
Street sweeping in South End operates under municipal schedule: April 1 through November 30 (Winter pause Dec 1 – Mar 31). 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 End?
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 End?
You can contest citations online within 21 days through the City of Boston Parking Clerk at 1 City Hall Square, Room 224, Boston, MA 02201. A common statutory defense is: Street sweeping cancellation during declared state of emergency or rainout.
Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in South End?
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 End?
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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