Duval County, FL Parking Rules: Abandoned Vehicles (2026)

Abandoned and derelict vehicle enforcement in Duval County follows FL Statute 715.07 (Vehicles and Vessels on Private Property) and Jacksonville Ordinance Code Ch. 614 (Wrecker and Towing Services) and Ch. 518 (Property Maintenance). A vehicle is considered abandoned on public roadways if left unattended for more than 48 hours, or immediately if it creates a traffic hazard. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office tags abandoned vehicles with a 24-hour removal notice. FL 715.07 authorizes property owners and law enforcement to tow vehicles from private property without owner consent if proper notice procedures are followed. On residential property, Ch. 518 (Minimum Housing Code) and the zoning code prohibit storage of inoperable, unregistered, or derelict vehicles visible from the street. Vehicles must have current registration, be operable, and be parked on an improved surface. Vehicles on blocks, with flat tires, missing major components, or with expired tags for 60+ days are subject to code enforcement action. The city may remove vehicles from private property after proper notice if the owner fails to comply. Impound and storage fees apply, and unclaimed vehicles may be sold at lien auction per FL 713.78.