We consider a vehicle to be abandoned if it is:
- unregistered (check registration on VicRoads)
- registered but has not been moved in more than two months
- deemed not roadworthy by Victoria Police or VicRoads
We cannot remove vehicles that are:
- On roads managed by VicRoads. Report to VicRoads.
- On private property such as shopping centre car parks. Report it to the property owner.
- Dumped in water. Report to the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action.
- Stolen. Report to Victoria Police.
Report an abandoned vehicle
You need the following details to report an abandoned vehicle:
- vehicle registration (if known)
- location of vehicle (street and street number)
- description of the vehicle (colour, make and model)
- photographs.
What happens after your report
Council will investigate the matter. Please note that this process can take up to 60 days depending on if the vehicle is registered or not.
Dangerous vehicles will be removed and police involved if necessary.
You have received a notice regarding your vehicle
Please contact Council immediately if you have found a notice on your vehicle.
We issue a notice to the vehicle if it is unregistered or if we believe it has been abandoned. The notice advises the owner that they must move the vehicle by the due date on the notice. If the owner fails to contact Council or move the vehicle, it may be towed.
Releasing an impounded vehicle
If your vehicle has been impounded, we can release it after you have:
- provided proof of ownership
- paid the required fee ($460 release fee plus $25 for each day the vehicle is stored).
All vehicles are towed by Nationwide Towing & Transport who can be contacted on 13 48 69. Vehicles can be retrieved from 1 221 Browns Road, Noble Park 3174.
If you do not claim our vehicle within 14 days of it being impounded, we have the authority to sell, destroy or donate the vehicle. This includes anything in, on or attached to the vehicle.