Inoperable and abandoned vehicles on private or public property are a code compliance violation in Thousand Oaks. Report to Sheriff's Traffic Division at (805) 371-8379 or Code Compliance at (805) 449-2300. CA Vehicle Code §22651 applies.
Abandoned vehicles in Thousand Oaks are enforced under California Vehicle Code and TOMC. A vehicle may be considered abandoned if it appears inoperable, has expired registration, or has been parked on a public street for more than 72 hours. The Police Department marks suspected abandoned vehicles with a 72-hour notice. If not moved, the vehicle is towed and stored at the city's contracted impound lot. On private property, abandoned or inoperable vehicles visible from public view may violate the zoning code.
72-hour notice followed by towing at owner's expense ($200-$400+ plus daily storage of $40-$60). Expired registration: CVC citation of $25-$100 plus registration penalty. Inoperable vehicle on private property visible from public view: code enforcement fines of $100-$500/day. Vehicles not claimed from impound within 30 days may be sold at lien sale.
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