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Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules

Ward 47 (Lincoln Square, North Center, Ravenswood) street sweeping operates April 1 to November 30 on 1st & 3rd Wednesdays/Thursdays (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, $75 fine).

Municipal District: Chicago Ward 47

Sweeping Days: 1st & 3rd Wednesday (North) / 1st & 3rd Thursday (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 Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood

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

📍 N Lincoln Ave📍 N Damen Ave📍 W Montrose Ave📍 W Irving Park Rd📍 W Wilson Ave

CIVIC LANDMARKS & HUBS

Geographic Sweeping Zones

Sweeping patterns boundary around key community landmarks across Chicago:

🏛️ Old Town School of Folk Music🏛️ Welles Park Fieldhouse & Gazebo🏛️ Conrad Sulzer Regional Library🏛️ Western Brown Line Hub

LEGAL CONTESTATION GUIDE

How to Dispute a Street Sweeping Ticket in Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood

Received a street sweeping ticket on Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood 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

Unnotified route postponement following heavy leaf clearing.

3. Hearing & Dispute Office

City of Chicago Department of Finance

121 N LaSalle St, Room 107, 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

Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood Street Sweeping Q&A

When is street sweeping in Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood, Chicago?

Street sweeping in Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood (Chicago Ward 47) takes place 1st & 3rd Wednesday (North) / 1st & 3rd Thursday (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 Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood?

A street sweeping parking citation in Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood, Chicago is $75.00, with risk level classified as "Moderate - Ward Dependent".

When does street cleaning start and end in Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood?

Street sweeping in Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood 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 Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood?

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 Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood?

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: Unnotified route postponement following heavy leaf clearing.

Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood?

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 Lincoln Square / North Center / Ravenswood?

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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