Politics & Government
3 Months Into Chicago Bus And Bike Lane Ticketing Program, Some Drivers Still Unaware Of Potential Fines
Parking in a bus lane results in a $90 ticket, while parking in a bike lane is a $250 ticket.
March 6, 2025
The city launched the Smart Streets pilot program in early November, using cameras mounted on city vehicles to catch drivers blocking bus or bike lanes in an area bounded by North Avenue, Ashland Avenue, Roosevelt Road, and Lake Michigan.
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For the first 30 days of the program, drivers blocking bike or bus lanes were only sent warnings. Starting Dec. 5, violators were sent a warning only for their first offense, and a ticket for any subsequent violations.
Parking in a bus lane results in a $90 ticket, while parking in a bike lane is a $250 ticket.
