Abandoned, inoperable, unlicensed, and junk vehicles are prohibited on both private and public property in Richmond under RMC §11.76. Vehicles parked on private property must be registered and operable. Violators are notified to repair/remove or face towing at owner's expense.
RMC §11.76 prohibits abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, or unregistered vehicles on any property. On public streets, vehicles parked over 72 hours or with registration expired 6+ months are subject to impound. The city conducts periodic enforcement sweeps. Report abandoned vehicles to the Parking Enforcement Abandoned Vehicle Hotline at 510-620-6644.
Notification to repair or remove. Failure results in city removal at owner's expense.
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