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West Loop Street Sweeping Schedule & Parking Rules

West Loop Chicago street sweeping runs April 1 to November 30 on 1st & 3rd Mondays and Tuesdays (9:00 AM to 2:00 PM). City of Chicago DSS assesses $75 tickets and impound towing along Randolph St and Fulton Market corridors.

Municipal District: Chicago Ward 27 / 34 (West Loop)

Sweeping Days: 1st & 3rd Monday (North) / 1st & 3rd Tuesday (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 West Loop

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

📍 W Randolph St📍 W Fulton Market📍 S Halsted St📍 W Madison St📍 S Green St

CIVIC LANDMARKS & HUBS

Geographic Sweeping Zones

Sweeping patterns boundary around key community landmarks across Chicago:

🏛️ Fulton Market Gateway🏛️ McDonald's Global HQ🏛️ Union Park🏛️ Mary Bartelme Park

LEGAL CONTESTATION GUIDE

How to Dispute a Street Sweeping Ticket in West Loop

Received a street sweeping ticket on West 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

Temporary orange cardboard signs posted less than 24 hours prior to sweeping window.

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

West Loop Street Sweeping Q&A

When is street sweeping in West Loop, Chicago?

Street sweeping in West Loop (Chicago Ward 27 / 34 (West Loop)) 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 West Loop?

A street sweeping parking citation in West Loop, Chicago is $75.00, with risk level classified as "High - Immediate Towing".

When does street cleaning start and end in West Loop?

Street sweeping in West 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 West 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 West 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: Temporary orange cardboard signs posted less than 24 hours prior to sweeping window.

Are odd and even sides of the street swept on different days in West 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 West Loop?

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