Fort Myers, FL Parking Rules: Abandoned Vehicles (2026)
Key Facts
- Must be enclosed
- In a building, or a licensed business
- Notice-to-remove window
- 10 days from posting
- Max fine
- $500.00
- Max jail term
- 60 days
- Evidence of abandonment
- No current plate or registration
Summary
Fort Myers makes it unlawful to store any abandoned, junked or discarded motor vehicle on public or private property unless fully enclosed in a building or tied to a licensed business.
It shall be unlawful for any person...to accumulate, store or deposit...any abandoned, junked or discarded motor vehicle upon any public or private property within the city, unless the same is completely enclosed within a building, or unless it is in connection with a business enterprise lawfully situated and licensed for the same. Each day any such vehicle is accumulated, stored or deposited in violation hereof shall constitute a separate offense.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 60).
Full Breakdown
City Code § 54-246 bars accumulating, storing or depositing an abandoned, junked or discarded motor vehicle on any public or private property in Fort Myers unless it is completely enclosed in a building or connected to a lawfully licensed business enterprise. Each day the vehicle remains is a separate offense. A missing current-year license plate or registration is prima facie evidence the vehicle is abandoned, junked or discarded, but having a current plate or registration does not automatically exempt the vehicle. Section 54-247 declares such storage a nuisance and requires the chief of police to post notice before enforcement.
Violations & Fines
The chief of police posts notice on the vehicle; if it isn't removed and lawfully stored within 10 days, a warrant issues against the responsible owner, occupant, lessee, agent or tenant. Conviction carries a fine up to $500.00 and/or up to 60 days in jail, with each continuing day a new offense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I keep a junked car in my Fort Myers driveway if it's uncovered?
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Sources & Official References
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