Vehicles left more than 72 hours on public streets may be cited under CVC §22651. Inoperable vehicles on private property are cited by Code Compliance under PHMC nuisance provisions.
Port Hueneme defines abandoned vehicles as those parked on public streets for more than 72 hours, inoperable vehicles, or vehicles without current registration. The Port Hueneme Police Department enforces abandoned vehicle provisions. Officers mark suspected abandoned vehicles with a chalk mark or sticker and provide a 72-hour notice before towing. Vehicles on private property that are inoperable or unregistered may be cited as nuisances. Junk vehicles visible from the street are subject to code enforcement action.
Abandoned vehicle on public street: 72-hour notice followed by tow at owner's expense ($150 to $300 tow plus $50 to $75 per day storage). Inoperable or unregistered vehicle on private property visible from street: $100 fine and 30-day correction notice. Failure to remove after notice: $250 fine per week plus potential abatement at owner's cost.
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