Clovis, CA Parking Rules: Abandoned Vehicles (2026)
Key Facts
- Street Limit
- 72 hours (CVC 22669)
- Private Property
- Must be enclosed in garage
- Inoperable Vehicles
- Not allowed in view
- Abatement
- City can remove and bill owner
Summary
Clovis aggressively enforces abandoned vehicle removal on both public streets and private property. Under California Vehicle Code 22669, vehicles left on streets for 72+ hours or inoperable vehicles on private property are subject to citation and towing. The city operates an abatement program for persistent violations.
22651. A peace officer, as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code, or a regularly employed and salaried employee who is engaged in directing traffic or enforcing parking laws and regulations of a city, county, or jurisdiction of a state agency in which a vehicle is located may remove a vehicle located within the territorial limits in which the officer or employee may act, under the following circumstances: (a) If a vehicle is left unattended upon a bridge, viaduct, or causeway or in a tube or tunnel where the vehicle constitutes an obstruction to traffic. (b) If a vehicle is parked or left standing upon a highway in a position so as to obstruct the normal movement of traffic or in a co
Full Breakdown
The City of Clovis defines abandoned vehicles as those left on public streets for more than 72 consecutive hours or inoperable vehicles stored in view on private property. On public streets, California Vehicle Code 22669 authorizes the city to remove vehicles that have been parked for more than 72 hours in the same location, have expired registration, or appear disabled. The Clovis Police Department marks suspected abandoned vehicles and provides notice before authorizing towing. On private property, the Clovis Municipal Code prohibits storing inoperable, wrecked, or dismantled vehicles unless they are completely enclosed within a garage or other approved structure.
Vehicles on blocks, without wheels, with flat tires, or in obvious disrepair visible from public rights-of-way are subject to Code Enforcement action. The city sends notice to property owners and provides a compliance period before initiating abatement. If the owner does not comply, the city may arrange for vehicle removal and charge the costs to the property owner. Fresno County also cooperates with Clovis on abandoned vehicle abatement in unincorporated areas near city limits.
Violations & Fines
Citations for abandoned vehicles on streets. Towing and storage fees charged to the vehicle owner. On private property, abatement costs are billed to the property owner and may become a lien if unpaid.
Frequently Asked Questions
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