South Deering street sweeping schedule 2026
South Deering (community area 51) overlaps 9 sweeping sections in Wards 7, 8, 10. Neighbors a block apart can have different dates, so check your exact address.
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| Section | 2026 passes |
|---|---|
| Ward 7, Section 18 | May 19–20 Jul 23–24 Sep 24–25Done for 2026! |
| Ward 7, Section 19 | May 21–22 Jul 27–28 Sep 28–29Done for 2026! |
| Ward 7, Section 20 | May 26–27 Jul 29–30 Sep 30–Oct 1Done for 2026! |
| Ward 7, Section 21 | May 28–29 Jul 31–Aug 3 Oct 2–5Done for 2026! |
| Ward 7, Section 22 | Jun 1–2 Aug 4–5 Oct 6–7Done for 2026! |
| Ward 8, Section 22 | Jun 1–2 Aug 6–7 Oct 13–14Done for 2026! |
| Ward 10, Section 1 | Apr 1–2 May 21–22 Jul 15–16 Sep 3–4 Oct 27–28Done for 2026! |
| Ward 10, Section 16 | May 13–14 Jul 7–8 Aug 26–27 Oct 19–20Done for 2026! |
| Ward 10, Section 17 | May 15–18 Jul 9–10 Aug 28–31 Oct 21–22Done 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 South Deering?
South Deering is split across 9 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 South Deering'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.