Chicago’s Winter Overnight Parking Ban Kicks in Sunday
Understanding the Ban
From December 1 to April 1, Chicago’s winter overnight parking ban will be in effect from 3 to 7 a.m. every day. This means that vehicles parked on designated streets during this time period will be towed, regardless of the weather. The ban is designed to ensure that streets can be safely plowed during snowfall, allowing emergency vehicles and public transportation to move freely.
How to Comply with the Ban
The City of Chicago has permanently posted signs along the 107 miles of streets that are subject to the parking ban. In addition, the Department of Streets and Sanitation has put flyers on vehicles parked on streets covered by the winter parking rules. If your car is parked along the route during the ban, you will be towed and will be required to pay a minimum of $150 in towing fees, a $60 ticket, and a $25 per day storage fee.
What to Do if Your Car is Towed
If your car is towed due to the parking ban, you can visit shovels.chicago.gov to see a map of streets covered by the parking ban and to check if your car was towed. You can also call 311 to find out if your vehicle was towed due to the ban. Towed cars will be taken to one of two city-run impound facilities: Pound 2 at 10301 S. Doty Ave. or Pound 6 at 701 N. Sacramento Ave.
Conclusion
Chicago’s winter overnight parking ban is an important safety measure that helps to ensure that streets are safe and passable during snowy weather conditions. By understanding the rules and regulations surrounding the ban, you can help to keep our streets clear and our city moving smoothly during the winter months.
FAQs
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When does the winter overnight parking ban take effect?
December 1
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How long does the ban last?
From December 1 to April 1
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What happens if I park my car along a street during the ban?
You will be towed and required to pay a minimum of $150 in towing fees, a $60 ticket, and a $25 per day storage fee
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How do I know if my car has been towed due to the parking ban?
You can visit shovels.chicago.gov to see a map of streets covered by the parking ban and to check if your car was towed, or you can call 311 to find out if your vehicle was towed due to the ban
