Abandoned Vehicles: Boulder vs Longmont

How long can a car sit on the street without moving?

In Boulder, vehicles typically cannot remain parked in the same spot on a public street for more than 72 hours.

Can I keep an inoperable car in my driveway?

Generally no if visible from the street. In Boulder, inoperable vehicles must be in an enclosed garage or screened from view.

How long can a car sit on the street in Longmont before it's considered abandoned?

48 hours. Under LMC 11.12.040, any vehicle left on a public street, alley, or other public right-of-way for 48 hours or longer is considered abandoned, even if it has valid plates and is in operating condition. The city's updated on-street rules also require that a vehicle be moved at least 600 feet from its location and not return to that approximate spot for at least seven days. A vehicle that fails to move can be tagged, ticketed, and towed at the owner's expense.

What counts as a junked vehicle in Longmont?

Under LMC 11.12.050, a junked vehicle is one that lacks valid license plates, is wrecked or partially dismantled to the point of being inoperable, or is resting on flat tires. Junked-vehicle status applies immediately - there is no 48-hour grace period - and the vehicle can be cited and removed from public or private property under the Longmont Municipal Code. Report junked or abandoned vehicles to Code Enforcement at 303-651-8695.