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Pullman street sweeping schedule 2026

Pullman (community area 50) overlaps 4 sweeping sections in Wards 8, 9. Neighbors a block apart can have different dates, so check your exact address.

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Section2026 passes
Ward 8, Section 23Jun 3–4 Aug 10–11 Oct 15–16Done for 2026!
Ward 9, Section 12May 1–4 Jul 21–22 Oct 6–7Done for 2026!
Ward 9, Section 13May 5–6 Jul 23–24 Oct 8–9Done for 2026!
Ward 9, Section 18May 19–20 Aug 6–7 Oct 23–26Done 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 Pullman?

Pullman is split across 4 sweeping sections with different dates, May–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 Pullman'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.