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Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules

Ward 20 (Woodlawn, Washington Park) street sweeping operates April – Nov on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 9 AM and 2 PM ($75 fine).

Municipal District: Chicago Ward 20

Sweeping Days: 1st & 3rd Tuesday (North) / 1st & 3rd Wednesday (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 Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood

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

📍 S Cottage Grove Ave📍 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr📍 E 63rd St📍 E 55th Garfield Blvd📍 S State St

CIVIC LANDMARKS & HUBS

Geographic Sweeping Zones

Sweeping patterns boundary around key community landmarks across Chicago:

🏛️ Washington Park & Fieldhouse🏛️ DuSable Black History Museum🏛️ Green Line 63rd St Terminal🏛️ Oak Woods Cemetery

LEGAL CONTESTATION GUIDE

How to Dispute a Street Sweeping Ticket in Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood

Received a street sweeping ticket on Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood 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 street cleaning warning signs.

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

Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood Street Sweeping Q&A

When is street sweeping in Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood, Chicago?

Street sweeping in Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood (Chicago Ward 20) takes place 1st & 3rd Tuesday (North) / 1st & 3rd Wednesday (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 Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood?

A street sweeping parking citation in Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood, Chicago is $75.00, with risk level classified as "Moderate - Ward Dependent".

When does street cleaning start and end in Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood?

Street sweeping in Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood 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 Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood?

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 Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood?

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 street cleaning warning signs.

Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood?

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 Woodlawn / Washington Park / Englewood?

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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