Pasadena, CA Parking Rules: Abandoned Vehicles (2026)
Key Facts
- Overnight Ban
- 2 AM-6 AM citywide
- 72-Hour Rule
- CVC 22651/22669
- Permits
- Available for residents
- Code
- PMC Ch. 10.44
Summary
Pasadena prohibits overnight parking on city streets between 2 AM and 6 AM under PMC Chapter 10.44. Abandoned vehicles are removed pursuant to California Vehicle Code Sections 22660-22668 and 22710 through the city's Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program. Vehicles must not remain in one location for more than 72 hours on public streets.
22651. A peace officer ... may remove a vehicle ... under the following circumstances: (f) If a vehicle, except highway maintenance or construction equipment, is stopped, parked, or left standing for more than four hours upon the right-of-way of a freeway that has full control of access and no crossings at grade, and the driver, if present, cannot move the vehicle under its own power. (i) (1) If a vehicle, other than a rented vehicle, is found upon a highway or public land, or is removed pursuant to this code, and it is known that the vehicle has been issued five or more notices of parking violations to which the owner or person in control of the vehicle has not responded within 21 calendar days of notice of citation issuance, the vehicle may be impounded.
Full Breakdown
Pasadena Municipal Code Chapter 10.44 prohibits parking on city streets between 2:00 AM and 6:00 AM. This overnight parking ban, first enacted in 1921 and amended to the current timeframe in 1948, applies citywide. Overnight parking permits are available for residents. The city operates an Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program under California Vehicle Code Sections 22660 through 22668 and Section 22710. Vehicles parked on public streets for more than 72 consecutive hours without moving are subject to citation and towing. Inoperable or unregistered vehicles on private property visible from public areas may also be cited under the city's property maintenance code (PMC Chapter 14.50). The Parking Division handles enforcement and can be reached at (626) 744-7665. Towed vehicles can be located through Pasadena Police Department records.
Violations & Fines
Overnight parking citation. 72-hour violation results in citation and towing at owner's expense. Storage fees accrue daily. Vehicle may be sold at lien sale if unclaimed.
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