DPW: Abandoned Vehicles, Page 2
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Abandoned Vehicles (cont.) 

Note that a vehicle on private property cannot be legally removed before 45 days without the property owner's permission, although, when the owner is located, removal of the vehicle can generally be expedited. A dangerous vehicle may be removed immediately with ticketing.

Once a vehicle has been impounded at the Blue Plains facility, DPW makes a final attempt to contact the last registered owner by mail. The District may dispose of unclaimed vehicles after 28 days.

Information We Need from You

  • Does the vehicle have license plates? If so, what is the state name and plate number?
  • Location of the vehicle
  • Length of time observed at same location
  • Vehicle color
  • Vehicle make
  • Vehicle model

Hours of Operation

  • 8 am–6 pm, Monday through Friday

We Will Investigate Within

  • 3 days on public or private property

We Will Resolve Within

  • 5 days in public space
  • 45 days on private property

Holiday Schedule

  • DPW is closed on all government holidays.

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