Did you know that there are several ordinances in town that pertain to the parking and storage of cars? These ordinances increase the livability, desirability and the appearance of all of our neighborhoods. Many residents may not be aware of these ordinances, or may have questions about them. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions relating to this issue:
Q.
Where can I legally park my vehicle if it is inoperable or unregistered?
A.
The vehicle may be parked in your garage, but not in public view.
Q.
I have a Certificate of Non-operation on a car that I am not currently driving. Isn’t that the same as being registered? Can’t I park it on my driveway?
A.
You must store that car in your garage. The City doesn’t recognize a Certificate of Non-operation as being legally registered because a vehicle so designated can’t be driven legally on public streets.
City Municipal Code does not permit inoperable or unregistered vehicles to be parked just anywhere on public or private property. They may be stored inside garages, but may not be stored on driveways, unpaved surfaces, front, side or rear yards. Vehicles stored inappropriately continue to deteriorate and affect the overall appearance of the neighborhood. They also accumulate dirt, trash, leaves and debris.
If you need to store a vehicle that isn’t licensed, registered or operable, please put it in the garage or store it off-site, but not on the driveway, public street or in your yard.
