Abandoned Vehicles
Question
What do you do about abandoned cars, trucks, and vehicles?
Answer
The Code Enforcement Division, 864.467.7090, enforces the standards
for abandoned or dismantled vehicles on private property. The
Sheriff's Office, 864.467.5280,
enforces the standards for abandoned or dismantled vehicles on public property.
Question
What is the definition of Abandoned Vehicles?
Answer
Any vehicle which meets one or more of the following criteria:
- Not in working order
- Lacks current legal registration
- Lacks equipment to operate (dismantled)
Question
What does the County do with abandoned vehicles on private property?
Answer
If there are abandoned vehicles on private property, the owner of that
property will be notified to have the vehicle removed, place the vehicle
in a completely enclosed building, or bring the vehicle up-to-date by obtaining
current tags, and making the vehicle operable.
Question
What does the County do with abandoned vehicles on public property?
Answer
Abandoned vehicles on public property are referred by the division to the
Sheriff's Office.
Back To Answer Book Directory