Abandoned Vehicles: Huntersville vs Matthews
How do abandoned vehicles rules compare between Huntersville, NC and Matthews, NC?
Matthews has fewer restrictions than Huntersville.
Huntersville, NC
Mecklenburg County
Huntersville defines abandoned vehicles under NCGS 20-137.7 as vehicles left on public property over 7 days or private property over 30 days without permission. Junked/inoperable vehicles on residential property are a zoning violation subject to removal.
View full Huntersville rules →Matthews, NC
Mecklenburg County
Matthews enforces NCGS 20-137.7 and 160A-303 for abandoned vehicles. Vehicles left on public streets over 7 days or on private property without owner consent over 24 hours may be tagged, towed, and sold at auction.
View full Matthews rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Huntersville | Matthews |
|---|---|---|
| Public Property | 7 days | - |
| Private Property | 30 days | - |
| State Law | NCGS 20-137.7 | - |
| Junked Vehicles | Prohibited visible | - |
| Severity | Strict | - |
| Public streets | - | 7 days triggers abandoned |
| Private property | - | 24 hours without consent |
| Notice | - | 10 days before tow |
| Redemption | - | 30 days post-tow |
| Statute | - | NCGS 160A-303, 20-137.7 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Huntersville FAQ
Who enforces this in Huntersville?
Huntersville at (704) 875-6541 handles most complaints.
Who enforces this in Huntersville?
Huntersville at (704) 875-6541 handles most complaints.
Matthews FAQ
Who enforces this in Matthews?
Matthews at (704) 847-4411 handles most complaints.
Who enforces this in Matthews?
Matthews at (704) 847-4411 handles most complaints.
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