Is That a Car... or a Denver Fossil? How to Report an Abandoned Vehicle
Hey there, eagle-eyed Denverite! Spotted a car on the street that looks like it's been there since the Wild West days (or at least since last Tuesday's Broncos game)? Don't worry, you're not hallucinating from too much Rocky Mountain sunshine. That, my friend, is probably an abandoned vehicle.
But fear not! Just because a car looks like it's been possessed by the spirit of laziness doesn't mean you have to live with it blocking your precious parking spot (or, you know, becoming a haven for rogue tumbleweeds). The City of Denver has a system in place to wrangle these automotive outcasts, and you can be the hero who gets them the tow truck intervention they clearly need.
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| How To Report An Abandoned Vehicle In Denver |
Here's the Deal with Abandoned Cars:
What qualifies as "abandoned"? Basically, if a car looks like it's been sitting there for more than 72 hours, gathering dust bunnies the size of hamsters, it's fair game to report. Flat tires, overgrown weeds clinging lovingly to the chassis, mysterious cobwebs in the windows... all signs that this car is more interested in becoming a local landmark than getting groceries.
Why should I report it? Abandoned vehicles are eyesores, can attract unwanted attention (like the kind with glitter and kazoos), and take up valuable parking space. Plus, who knows what kind of nefarious schemes might be brewing inside that dusty shell? (Okay, maybe not nefarious, but definitely not good for the car's overall health.)
Round Up the Posse (or Just Grab Your Phone): How to Report
There are two main ways to become a vehicular vigilante:
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Call the Abandoned Vehicle Unit: These are the folks who specialize in wrangling rogue cars. Dial them up at 720-865-0471 and give them the lowdown on the abandoned auto's location.
Report it online: For the more tech-savvy citizen, you can head over to [pocketgov](insert link here) and file a report electronically. It's like online dating for abandoned cars... except hopefully with a happier ending.
Important Note: When reporting the vehicle, be sure to have your detective hat on! Gather all the clues: make, model, year, color, license plate number (if visible), and the exact location of the automotive offender. The more information you provide, the faster the cavalry (or tow truck) can arrive.
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Bonus Tip: If you see the car magically reappear after you report it, don't fret! There's a process involved. The city will investigate and tag the vehicle, and then it has to sit there (presumably pouting) for another 72 hours before it gets towed. Be patient, grasshopper.
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FAQ: You've Got Questions, We've Got (Quick) Answers
How do I know if a car is really abandoned? If it looks like it's lost the will to live (flat tires, overgrown foliage, etc.), it's a good bet. But when in doubt, report it out!
What if the car doesn't have a license plate? No worries, Sherlock. Report it anyway and include any other identifying details you can spot.
Will I get in trouble for reporting a car? Absolutely not! You're basically Captain Planet for responsible parking.
How long does it take for a car to get towed? There's a bit of a process, but usually after the initial report and a 72-hour waiting period after being tagged.
Can I just tow the car myself? Negative, ghost rider. Leave the heavy lifting to the professionals. You focus on being a champion citizen.
So there you have it, Denver! Now you're equipped to deal with those automotive ghosts haunting your streets. Remember, a clean city is a happy city (and a city with more parking spaces). So go forth and report!
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