Maple Grove, MN Parking Rules: Abandoned Vehicles (2026)

Abandoned and junk vehicles in Maple Grove are governed primarily by Minnesota Statutes Chapter 168B, which the city enforces alongside its own parking and nuisance rules. Under Minn. Stat. 168B.011, an abandoned vehicle is a motor vehicle that has remained illegally for more than 48 hours on property owned or controlled by a unit of government (or more than four hours on properly posted public property, or beyond the period set under 168B.04 on private property), and that lacks vital component parts or is in an inoperable condition with no substantial potential for further use consistent with its usual function, unless kept in an enclosed garage or building. Classic and pioneer cars and vehicles in licensed junkyards are excluded. Once a vehicle meets the definition, it may be taken into custody and impounded under sections 168B.035 and 168B.04. At the local level, Maple Grove's parking rules allow a temporary exemption permit for an inoperable vehicle awaiting removal, but only for a maximum of 48 hours, after which the vehicle must be moved. Vehicles parked in violation of city ordinances may also be ticketed or towed at the owner's expense. Residents who spot a long-abandoned vehicle should report it to the Maple Grove Police Department.