Richmond, TX Parking Rules: Abandoned Vehicles (2026)
Key Facts
- Code chapter
- Chapter 22 Nuisances
- Trigger
- Visible from public place
- Notice period
- Typically 10 days
- State law basis
- Texas Transportation Code 683
Summary
Richmond's Chapter 22 nuisance code declares junked vehicles visible from public places a public nuisance subject to abatement and removal.
Sec. 683.002. ABANDONED MOTOR VEHICLE. (a) For the purposes of this chapter, a motor vehicle is abandoned if the motor vehicle:(1) is inoperable, is more than five years old, and has been left unattended on public property for more than 48 hours;(2) has remained illegally on public property for more than 48 hours;(3) has remained on private property without the consent of the owner or person in charge of the property for more than 48 hours;(4) has been left unattended on the right-of-way of a designated county, state, or federal highway for more than 48 hours;(5) has been left unattended for more than 24 hours on the right-of-way of a turnpike project constructed and maintained by the Texas Turnpike Authority division of the Texas Department of Transportation or
Full Breakdown
Chapter 22 of the Richmond Code of Ordinances adopts the Texas Transportation Code framework for junked vehicles and declares them a public nuisance within the city. A junked vehicle is one that is wrecked, dismantled, partially dismantled, inoperable, or lacking a current license plate or motor vehicle inspection certificate. The vehicle becomes a nuisance when it is visible from a public place or right-of-way, or from neighboring private property. Following written notice, the city may abate the nuisance by removing the vehicle if the owner fails to cure the violation.
Violations & Fines
Class C misdemeanor; fines up to $200 per offense; vehicle removal and disposal at owner's expense after notice and hearing.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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