FoxAlert

FoxAlert

About this app

FoxAlert helps you stay aware of parking enforcement activity happening around you.

Powered by real-time community reports, FoxAlert lets users report and view parking-related activity on an interactive map so others nearby can stay informed.

Community alerts include:
• Parking meter enforcement
• Parking ticket writers
• City tow trucks
• City boot vehicles
• Private tow trucks
• Private boot activity

See What’s Happening Nearby

Open the FoxAlert map to view active community reports around Chicago. Alerts are tied to locations so you can quickly understand what has recently been reported in an area.

Report What You See

Spot parking enforcement activity? Help the community by submitting a report. Choose the type of activity and report its location using your current location, an address, or a nearby cross street.

City & Private Enforcement

FoxAlert distinguishes between city enforcement activity and activity involving private parking lots, towing companies, and booting operations, making reports easier to understand at a glance.

Real-Time Alerts

Enable notifications to receive community-powered updates and stay informed about relevant activity.

Built for the Community

FoxAlert becomes more useful as the community participates. Reports and confirmations help users share timely information about parking enforcement activity across Chicago.

Stay Alert. Stay Informed.

FoxAlert is an independent community information platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the City of Chicago or any government agency, parking authority, towing company, or law-enforcement agency.

Always follow applicable parking and traffic laws. Never use FoxAlert or submit reports while operating a vehicle.

What’s new

Welcome to FoxAlert! 🦊

FoxAlert helps Chicago drivers stay informed with community-reported alerts about parking enforcement activity, including towing, booting, and parking meter enforcement.

Know before it happens.