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City of Chicago (All 50 Wards) Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules

Official City of Chicago 2026 street sweeping schedule and ward lookup. Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation (DSS) operates across all 50 wards April 1 to November 30 between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM with $75.00 parking tickets.

Municipal District: Chicago DSS (Wards 1 through 50)

Sweeping Days: Monday through Friday (Rotational by Ward & Section)

Active Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Ward Specific)

Fine Penalty: $75.00

Towing Risk: Moderate - Ward Dependent

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HIGH-ENFORCEMENT CORRIDORS

Primary Sweeping Routes in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards)

Enforcement officers actively ticket and tow vehicles parked along these major thoroughfares during cleaning hours:

📍 Michigan Ave📍 Halsted St📍 Clark St📍 Division St📍 Milwaukee Ave📍 Ashland Ave📍 Western Ave

CIVIC LANDMARKS & HUBS

Geographic Sweeping Zones

Sweeping patterns boundary around key community landmarks across Chicago:

🏛️ Chicago City Hall🏛️ Millennium Park🏛️ Wrigley Field🏛️ Navy Pier🏛️ Lincoln Park Zoo

LEGAL CONTESTATION GUIDE

How to Dispute a Street Sweeping Ticket in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards)

Received a street sweeping ticket on City of Chicago (All 50 Wards) corridors? You have a statutory right to dispute citations with the City of Chicago Department of Finance.

1. Dispute Filing Deadline

Within 21 Days of Citation

Late appeals result in statutory penalties and collections holds.

2. Primary Valid Defense

Temporary orange cardboard signs posted less than 24 hours prior to sweeping window.

3. Hearing & Dispute Office

City of Chicago Department of Finance

121 N LaSalle St, Room 107, Chicago, IL 60602

Official Dispute Portal: Submit photos of blocked signs or payment receipts directly to the municipal clerk.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

City of Chicago (All 50 Wards) Street Sweeping Q&A

When is street sweeping in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards), Chicago?

Street sweeping in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards) (Chicago DSS (Wards 1 through 50)) takes place Monday through Friday (Rotational by Ward & Section) between 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Ward Specific). April 1 through November 30 (Complete Winter Pause Dec 1 – Mar 31).

How much is a street cleaning parking ticket in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards)?

A street sweeping parking citation in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards), Chicago is $75.00, with risk level classified as "Moderate - Ward Dependent".

When does street cleaning start and end in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards)?

Street sweeping in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards) operates under municipal schedule: April 1 through November 30 (Complete 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 City of Chicago (All 50 Wards)?

No. Street sweeping and alternate side parking enforcement are suspended on all official city and federal holidays in Chicago. Missed holiday routes are generally not made up until the next scheduled cycle.

How do I dispute a street sweeping ticket in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards)?

You can contest citations online within 21 days through the City of Chicago Department of Finance at 121 N LaSalle St, Room 107, Chicago, IL 60602. A common statutory defense is: Temporary orange cardboard signs posted less than 24 hours prior to sweeping window.

Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in City of Chicago (All 50 Wards)?

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 City of Chicago (All 50 Wards)?

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