Aurora Abandoned Vehicle Removal Schedule & Fees

Transportation Illinois 4 Minutes Read ยท published February 10, 2026 Flag of Illinois

Aurora, Illinois maintains procedures for identifying, removing, and charging for abandoned vehicles on public property and private property subject to municipal authority. This guide summarizes how removal is scheduled, who enforces the rules, the typical fee and appeals process, and the steps residents must take to report or reclaim a vehicle.

Overview

The city relies on its municipal code and department procedures to define when a vehicle is abandoned, how long it must remain before removal, and which offices can order removal. Specific timeframes and fee figures are set or administered under the city code and department rules; where amounts or deadlines are not listed on the cited page we note that explicitly. For local enforcement and towing procedures see the municipal code and Police Department resources below.[1][2]

Penalties & Enforcement

Aurora enforces abandoned vehicle rules through municipal code provisions and department actions. The primary enforcers are the Police Department and authorized towing/impound contractors acting under city authority. The municipal code and department pages describe removal authority and administrative procedures; specific fine amounts and schedules are not specified on the cited page where absent.

  • Enforcer: Aurora Police Department and authorized towing contractors handle removal and impound.
  • Fines and fees: amounts for removal, storage, and administrative charges are not specified on the cited page; check towing/impound bills and municipal fee schedules.[1]
  • Escalation: whether a first offence, repeat, or continuing violation carries higher penalties is not specified on the cited page.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: orders to remove, seizure, impound, and potential court action or civil lien for unpaid charges may apply under city authority.
  • Inspection and complaints: report abandoned vehicles to Aurora Police non-emergency dispatch or the department contact page for investigation.[2]
Document the vehicle location and take photos before filing a report.

Applications & Forms

No specific city form for requesting removal is published on the cited municipal code page; residents typically use the Police Department complaint/report process or an online service request where offered. For any official forms or application names, consult the Police Department contact and municipal code listing.[1][2]

Common Violations and Typical Outcomes

  • Abandoned on public street after immobilization: may be tagged and removed if not claimed within the notice period.
  • Stored in public right-of-way or blocking sidewalk: subject to immediate removal and fines.
  • Unlicensed or visibly derelict vehicle on private property visible from public areas: may be declared a nuisance and removed following notice procedures.
If you own a vehicle at risk of removal, act quickly to contact the Police Department or towing vendor to avoid storage charges.

How removal is scheduled

Scheduling is usually: vehicle identified, administrative notice/tag placed, statutory or code notice period runs, and if unclaimed the vehicle is removed by or on behalf of the city. The municipal code and Police Department pages describe authority and procedures; exact notice periods and scheduling timelines are not specified on the cited page where not published.[1][2]

Action Steps

  • Report: Contact Aurora Police non-emergency dispatch or file an online service request describing location, plate, and condition.
  • Document: Take photos, note times/dates, and keep records of any city or towing notices.
  • Pay and reclaim: If towed, follow towing vendor instructions to pay fees and retrieve the vehicle; invoices specify fees and deadlines.
  • Appeal: If you dispute removal or charges, follow the municipal appeal process or seek review in the designated local hearing or court; specific time limits are not specified on the cited page.
Keep registration and proof of ownership readily available to speed reclaiming an impounded vehicle.

FAQ

How do I report an abandoned vehicle in Aurora?
Contact Aurora Police non-emergency dispatch or submit an online request through the Police Department page with the vehicle location and description.[2]
Will the city charge me for removal?
Yes, removal and storage charges may apply; exact fee schedules are not specified on the cited municipal code page and are typically listed on tow invoices or the city fee schedule.[1]
How long before a vehicle is removed?
The municipal code and department procedures set notice periods; where the code page does not list a duration we state that the timeframe is not specified on the cited page.[1]

How-To

  1. Identify and document the vehicle: record location, plate, make/model, and take photos.
  2. Report to Aurora Police non-emergency dispatch or file an online report via the Police Department contact page.[2]
  3. Wait for city inspection and tagging: the city will follow code notice procedures before removal where applicable.
  4. If towed, contact the listed towing vendor promptly to pay fees and reclaim the vehicle to avoid additional storage charges.

Key Takeaways

  • Report abandoned vehicles promptly to the Police Department to start the official process.
  • Removal usually carries towing and storage fees; check towing invoices and city fee schedules for amounts.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] City of Aurora Municipal Code - Code of Ordinances
  2. [2] City of Aurora Police Department - Contact & Services

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