Avalon Park street sweeping schedule 2026
Avalon Park (community area 45) overlaps 7 sweeping sections in Ward 8. Neighbors a block apart can have different dates, so check your exact address.
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| Section | 2026 passes |
|---|---|
| Ward 8, Section 3 | Apr 7–8 Jun 11–12 Aug 18–19 Oct 23–26Done for 2026! |
| Ward 8, Section 6 | Apr 15–16 Jun 22–23 Aug 26–27 Nov 2–3Done for 2026! |
| Ward 8, Section 7 | Apr 17–20 Jun 24–25 Aug 28–31 Nov 4–5Done for 2026! |
| Ward 8, Section 8 | Apr 21–22 Jun 26–29 Sep 1–2 Nov 6–9Done for 2026! |
| Ward 8, Section 11 | Apr 29–30 Jul 7–8 Sep 10–11 Nov 17–18Done for 2026! |
| Ward 8, Section 12 | May 1–4 Jul 9–10 Sep 14–15 Nov 19–20Done for 2026! |
| Ward 8, Section 13 | May 5–6 Jul 13–14 Sep 16–17Done for 2026! |
Which side goes first? The City sweeps one side of the street per day. On east-west streets the south side usually goes first; on north-south streets, the west side. The other side gets swept the next sweep day. Usually. The orange signs posted on your block are the final word.
Questions people actually ask
When is street sweeping in Avalon Park?
Avalon Park is split across 7 sweeping sections with different dates, Apr–Nov 2026. Enter your address on Don't Get Swept to see yours.
What time is street sweeping in Chicago?
Sweepers run on weekdays, generally 9am to 2pm, from April through November. Move your car before 9am on Avalon Park's sweep day.
Which side of the street is swept first?
Usually the south side of east-west streets and the west side of north-south streets on the first day, then the opposite side on the next sweep day. Posted signs always win.
What's the ticket if I forget?
A street cleaning ticket is $60 (camera-issued ones in the Smart Streets zone are $50), and you can be towed. A free reminder is cheaper.