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Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules

Ward 21 street cleaning covers Auburn Gresham and Longwood Manor from April 1 to November 30 (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, $75 fine).

Municipal District: Chicago Ward 21

Sweeping Days: 1st & 3rd Monday (North) / 1st & 3rd 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 Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd

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

📍 S Ashland Ave📍 S Halsted St📍 W 87th St📍 W 79th St📍 S Vincennes Ave

CIVIC LANDMARKS & HUBS

Geographic Sweeping Zones

Sweeping patterns boundary around key community landmarks across Chicago:

🏛️ Foster Park🏛️ Thurgood Marshall Branch Library🏛️ Brainerd Park🏛️ Auburn Park Lagoon

LEGAL CONTESTATION GUIDE

How to Dispute a Street Sweeping Ticket in Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd

Received a street sweeping ticket on Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd 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

Overgrown foliage obscuring restriction placards.

3. Hearing & Dispute Office

City of Chicago Department of Finance

121 N LaSalle St, 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

Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd Street Sweeping Q&A

When is street sweeping in Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd, Chicago?

Street sweeping in Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd (Chicago Ward 21) takes place 1st & 3rd Monday (North) / 1st & 3rd 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 Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd?

A street sweeping parking citation in Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd, Chicago is $75.00, with risk level classified as "Moderate - Ward Dependent".

When does street cleaning start and end in Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd?

Street sweeping in Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd 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 Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd?

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 Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd?

You can contest citations online within 21 days through the City of Chicago Department of Finance at 121 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60602. A common statutory defense is: Overgrown foliage obscuring restriction placards.

Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd?

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 Auburn Gresham / Longwood Manor / Brainerd?

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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