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Moving in Chicago: permits, parking and alleys
When you need a street permit, when the alley is enough, and who applies for it.
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Most Chicago moves need a temporary no-parking permit for the truck. Signs have to go up at least 24 hours before the move.
Alleys
Many two-flats and three-flats can load from the alley. It's often faster than the street, but check for low wires and tight turns.
Know your load before you book.
Add your rooms in the planner and see the truck, the crew and a price range in about a minute.
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Defrost the freezer, reserve the lift and keep one box of things you need tonight.