Douglas street sweeping schedule 2026
Douglas (community area 35) overlaps 6 sweeping sections in Wards 3, 4. Neighbors a block apart can have different dates, so check your exact address.
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| Section | 2026 passes |
|---|---|
| Ward 3, Section 4 | Apr 9–10 May 26–27 Jul 13–14 Aug 26–27 Oct 13–14Done for 2026! |
| Ward 3, Section 5 | Apr 13–14 May 28–29 Jul 15–16 Aug 28–31 Oct 15–16Done for 2026! |
| Ward 3, Section 6 | Apr 15–16 Jun 1–2 Jul 17–20 Sep 1–2 Oct 19–20Done for 2026! |
| Ward 4, Section 10 | Apr 27–28 Jun 9–10 Jul 23–24 Sep 3–4 Oct 19–20Done for 2026! |
| Ward 4, Section 12 | May 1–4 Jun 15–16 Jul 29–30 Sep 10–11 Oct 23–26Done for 2026! |
| Ward 4, Section 13 | May 5–6 Jun 17–18 Jul 31–Aug 3 Sep 14–15 Oct 27–28Done 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 Douglas?
Douglas is split across 6 sweeping sections with different dates, Apr–Oct 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 Douglas'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.