Lynn Haven Code Enforcement (850-740-8633) handles abandoned and inoperative vehicles on private property under Chapter 26 nuisance provisions. State law F.S. 705.103 governs vehicles abandoned in the right-of-way after 48 hours.
Inoperative or junk vehicles stored on residential property in Lynn Haven are enforced as nuisances under Chapter 26 of the Code and Sec. 1-7. The city's definition mirrors Florida's standard: a vehicle without current registration, without all wheels, with broken or missing essential parts, or that cannot be operated under its own power. Such a vehicle must be enclosed in a garage or otherwise stored out of public view. On public streets and right-of-way, F.S. 705.103 allows law enforcement to remove vehicles abandoned more than 48 hours. Lynn Haven Police (850-265-4111) handles right-of-way abandoned vehicles; Code Enforcement handles private-property storage.
Sec. 1-7 fines up to $500/day for private-property storage. Right-of-way tow under F.S. 705 - tow + storage fees billed to owner.
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