Property Blight: Concord vs San Ramon

Concord Municipal Code Chapter 8.10 declares inoperable, wrecked, dismantled, or abandoned vehicles on public or private property a public nuisance subject to abatement under California Vehicle Code §22660. Notice and a 10-day opportunity to request a hearing are required before removal. Vehicles must be screened from public view or removed.

San Ramon prohibits storing inoperable, wrecked, or unregistered vehicles on private property where visible from the street or neighboring properties. Enforcement follows California Vehicle Code 22660 procedures: 10-day notice, administrative hearing, then abatement and tow at owner expense.