Abandoned vehicles on public ways subject to state law MGL c. 90 §22C (72-hour threshold). Chelsea enforces through its ISD and Police Department. Inoperable or unregistered vehicles must be stored off-street.
MGL c. 90 Section 22C establishes the 72-hour threshold for abandoned vehicles on public ways. Chelsea Police enforce abandoned vehicle removal through tagging and towing. MGL c. 266 Section 120D governs towing from private property, requiring police notification before removal. Given Chelsea's limited parking, abandoned vehicles are particularly problematic and enforcement is active. Vehicle owners are liable for all towing and storage charges. Unclaimed vehicles may be auctioned after the statutory holding period.
Vehicles abandoned over 72 hours on public ways are tagged and towed. Owners responsible for towing and storage fees. Private property towing requires police notification.
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