The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules
In Ward 34 (The Loop, Downtown, West Loop Gate), sweeping runs April 1 to November 30 with strict towing and $75 citations between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Primary Sweeping Routes in The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate
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 Chicago:
How to Dispute a Street Sweeping Ticket in The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate
Received a street sweeping ticket on The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate corridors? You have a statutory right to dispute citations with the City of Chicago Department of Finance.
The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate Street Sweeping Q&A
When is street sweeping in The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate, Chicago?
Street sweeping in The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate (Chicago Ward 34) 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 The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate?
A street sweeping parking citation in The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate, Chicago is $75.00, with risk level classified as "High - Immediate Towing".
How do I dispute a street sweeping ticket in The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate?
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: Conflict between commercial loading zone hours and DSS sweeping enforcement.
Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate?
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 The Loop / Downtown / West Loop Gate?
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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