Omaha tags and tows vehicles left on public streets more than 24 hours or on private property in disabled, unregistered, or junk condition under Chapter 36.
Omaha Municipal Code Chapter 36 defines an abandoned vehicle as any vehicle left on public right-of-way more than 24 hours, or left on private property without permission, or stored in open view on private property while inoperable, wrecked, or lacking current registration. Code enforcement officers tag abandoned vehicles with a warning; owners typically have 72 hours to move or remedy before tow. Junk and inoperable vehicles on private property can be cited as nuisance under property maintenance code even when not on a street. Towed vehicles go to contracted impound lots where owners pay tow and storage fees to reclaim. Vehicles unclaimed for defined periods are sold at auction or scrapped. Residents can report abandoned vehicles via (402) 444-5555 or the MyOmaha app. Storage of boats, trailers, RVs, and project cars on front yards is a common enforcement target, particularly under property maintenance rules requiring vehicles be parked on improved surfaces.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Omaha code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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