Street Cleaning Returns to Philadelphia

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After a hiatus, Philadelphia's street cleaning program is resuming on Monday. The city's Parking Authority will ticket drivers who fail to move their vehicles during the designated no-parking hours of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays, except holidays. The cleaning will take place in 14 neighborhoods identified as having the most litter and will run through October 29th.

Why it matters

Regular street cleaning helps maintain cleanliness and improve the overall appearance of Philadelphia's neighborhoods. However, the program requires cooperation from residents to move their cars, which can be an inconvenience. The return of street cleaning highlights the city's ongoing efforts to keep its streets tidy and well-maintained.

The details

Philadelphia's street cleaning program, which was paused during the pandemic, is resuming on Monday, April 6th. The cleaning will take place Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., except on city holidays. The Philadelphia Parking Authority will issue tickets to any drivers who fail to move their vehicles during the designated no-parking times. The program will focus on 14 neighborhoods that have been identified as having the most trash, and it will run through October 29th.

• Street cleaning begins on Monday, April 6, 2026.
• The program will run through October 29, 2026.
• Cleaning takes place Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., except on city holidays.

What’s next

Residents in the 14 targeted neighborhoods should check their local schedules and make sure to move their cars during the designated cleaning times to avoid parking tickets.