What are the potential consequences for maintaining inoperable vehicles on private property?
Violations of Section 20-126 of the Roanoke City Code regarding inoperable motor vehicles constitute a public nuisance and must be corrected. Failure to comply by the “Compliance Deadline” established by the Code Enforcement Division may result in the issuance of a summons and court appearance, and may also result in the City undertaking action to abate the violation on or after the Compliance Deadline. This will be done at the property owner’s expense together with an administrative fee and interest which may constitute a lien against the property in favor of the City. Failure to comply may also result in the removal and disposal of the vehicle by the City under Section 20-128 of the City Code. The cost of the removal and disposal of the inoperable vehicle may be charged to the owner of the vehicle, or to the owner of the property.