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Pilsen Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules

Pilsen Chicago street sweeping runs April 1 to November 30 on 2nd & 4th Mondays and Tuesdays (9:00 AM to 2:00 PM). City of Chicago DSS assesses $75 citations along 18th St, Blue Island Ave, and Cermak Rd.

Municipal District: Chicago Ward 25 (Pilsen Historic Corridor)

Sweeping Days: 2nd & 4th Monday (North) / 2nd & 4th Tuesday (South)

Active Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Fine Penalty: $75.00

Towing Risk: Moderate - Ward Dependent

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HIGH-ENFORCEMENT CORRIDORS

Primary Sweeping Routes in Pilsen

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

📍 W 18th St📍 S Blue Island Ave📍 S Ashland Ave📍 S Halsted St📍 W Cermak Rd

CIVIC LANDMARKS & HUBS

Geographic Sweeping Zones

Sweeping patterns boundary around key community landmarks across Chicago:

🏛️ National Museum of Mexican Art🏛️ Harrison Park🏛️ Thalia Hall🏛️ Pilsen Mural Arts Walk

LEGAL CONTESTATION GUIDE

How to Dispute a Street Sweeping Ticket in Pilsen

Received a street sweeping ticket on Pilsen corridors? You have a statutory right to dispute citations with the City of Chicago Central Hearing Facility.

1. Dispute Filing Deadline

Within 21 Days of Citation

Late appeals result in statutory penalties and collections holds.

2. Primary Valid Defense

Missing bilingual municipal warning sign at intersection.

3. Hearing & Dispute Office

City of Chicago Central Hearing Facility

400 W Superior St, Chicago, IL 60654

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

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Pilsen Street Sweeping Q&A

When is street sweeping in Pilsen, Chicago?

Street sweeping in Pilsen (Chicago Ward 25 (Pilsen Historic Corridor)) takes place 2nd & 4th Monday (North) / 2nd & 4th Tuesday (South) between 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. April 1 through November 30 (Winter pause Dec 1 – Mar 31).

How much is a street cleaning parking ticket in Pilsen?

A street sweeping parking citation in Pilsen, Chicago is $75.00, with risk level classified as "Moderate - Ward Dependent".

When does street cleaning start and end in Pilsen?

Street sweeping in Pilsen 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 Pilsen?

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 Pilsen?

You can contest citations online within 21 days through the City of Chicago Central Hearing Facility at 400 W Superior St, Chicago, IL 60654. A common statutory defense is: Missing bilingual municipal warning sign at intersection.

Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in Pilsen?

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 Pilsen?

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