What is the process for establishing a Residential Permit Parking (RPP) zone?

An ordinance must be introduced into City Council by the Alderman of the area than an RPP zone is being requested for. Before Alderman Shiller will introduce such an ordinance, the majority of people affected must understand the program and support the specific request. There must also be a specific reason that the RPP is required and an expectation that if the Permit Parking one were implemented, there would be adequate parking for affected residents. High density areas of the city are restricted from participating in this program by city code.

How can I demonstrate support for RPP on my street?

Anyone interested in RPP should contact Alderman Shiller's Community Service Office. We will provide a survey form. Survey must be returned from at least 60% of the households affected with at least 60% of those responding supporting the proposal.

If enough surveys are collected for a new RPP zone and enough people support it, will there be a new zone or will ours be part of one that already exists?

There are currently three RPP zones in the 46th Ward.

Zone #383 is on several blocks located south of Irving Park Road in both the 44th and 46th Wards. Any new RPP south of Irving would be added to Zone 383.

Zone #827 is on several blocks located between Montrose and Irving Park Road. Any new RPP in this area would be added to Zone 827.

Zone #1130 is in the area located between Montrose and Lawrence Ave. Any new RPP in this area would be added to Zone 1130.

There is currently no RPP north of Lawrence in the 46th Ward. Any new RPP would be a new Zone.

These are general answers intended to provide general guidelines. Every situation has its own particularities, so call us with any questions at 773.878.4646.