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River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules

In Ward 42 (River North, Streeterville, Magnificent Mile), street sweeping runs April 1 – Nov 30 with aggressive towing and $75 citations between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

Municipal District: Chicago Ward 42

Sweeping Days: 1st & 3rd Tuesday (North) / 1st & 3rd Wednesday (South)

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

Fine Penalty: $75.00

Towing Risk: High - Immediate Towing

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HIGH-ENFORCEMENT CORRIDORS

Primary Sweeping Routes in River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop

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

📍 N Michigan Ave📍 N LaSalle St📍 N State St📍 W Grand Ave📍 W Chicago Ave📍 E Ohio St

CIVIC LANDMARKS & HUBS

Geographic Sweeping Zones

Sweeping patterns boundary around key community landmarks across Chicago:

🏛️ The Magnificent Mile🏛️ Chicago Riverwalk🏛️ Merchandise Mart🏛️ Navy Pier Entrance🏛️ Historic Water Tower

LEGAL CONTESTATION GUIDE

How to Dispute a Street Sweeping Ticket in River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop

Received a street sweeping ticket on River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop 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

Conflicting commercial peak loading zone vs DSS sweeping 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

River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop Street Sweeping Q&A

When is street sweeping in River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop, Chicago?

Street sweeping in River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop (Chicago Ward 42) 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 River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop?

A street sweeping parking citation in River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop, Chicago is $75.00, with risk level classified as "High - Immediate Towing".

When does street cleaning start and end in River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop?

Street sweeping in River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop 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 River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop?

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 River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop?

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: Conflicting commercial peak loading zone vs DSS sweeping signs.

Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop?

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 River North / Streeterville / Gold Coast / Downtown Loop?

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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