Parking

72 Hour Limits on Streets

To maintain a safe and attractive community in compliance with the California Vehicle Code 22651(k),  Parking Control Representatives post warnings and tow abandoned vehicles left on public streets in excess of 72 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

• My vehicle has been towed, who do I call for more information?
• I received a 72-hour yellow tag informing me to remove my vehicle or it will be towed. What do I have to do?
• My vehicle is inoperable and I am unable to remove it from the street. What could happen if my vehicle remains in the same location?
• Is there an exception for Recreational Vehicles?

My vehicle has been towed, who do I call for more information?

If your vehicle has been towed due to 72 hour storage, contact the Riverside Police Department’s Traffic Division at (951) 353-7992.

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I received a 72-hour yellow tag informing me to remove my vehicle or it will be towed. What do I have to do?

According to the California Vehicle Code the vehicle has to be moved a minimum of 800 feet or .2 miles in order for the vehicle to be in compliance.

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My vehicle is inoperable and I am unable to remove it from the street. What could happen if my vehicle remains in the same location?

Your vehicle may be towed. The California Vehicle Code 22651(k) covers operation and inoperable vehicles from 72 hour storage on-street.

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Is there an exception for Recreational Vehicles?

No. Any Recreational Vehicle falls within the same category as regular vehicles.

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