Oak Park defines abandoned vehicles as those left on public streets for more than 7 consecutive days without being moved or those that are inoperable, unregistered, or wrecked. The Village tags and tows abandoned vehicles and charges owners for towing and storage costs.
The Village of Oak Park addresses abandoned vehicles under its code of ordinances. A vehicle is considered abandoned if it remains on a public street for more than 7 consecutive days without being moved, or if it is inoperable, has expired registration, is wrecked, or is otherwise unfit for operation. Vehicles on private property that are inoperable, unregistered, or in a state of disrepair visible from the public way are also subject to enforcement as nuisance vehicles. The Village places a notice on suspected abandoned vehicles giving the owner a specified period to move or claim the vehicle. If the vehicle is not moved, it is towed and impounded at the owner's expense. Vehicle owners are responsible for all towing and storage fees. Unclaimed vehicles may be disposed of after the statutory holding period under Illinois law. Residents can report suspected abandoned vehicles to the Oak Park Police Department non-emergency line or through the Village's online reporting system.
Abandoned vehicles are tagged with a notice and towed if not moved within the compliance period. Owners are responsible for towing fees ($150+) and daily storage charges. Unclaimed vehicles are disposed of per Illinois Abandoned Vehicle Act procedures.
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