Virginia law allows local governments to regulate towing fees for vehicles removed from private property or trespassing vehicles. Specific fee limits are set for certain districts, including minimum initial and hookup fees, as well as additional charges for towing during certain times or days. These regulations aim to ensure fair and reasonable towing charges within localities.
Yes, Virginia localities can regulate towing fees through ordinances, including setting reasonable limits on charges for vehicle removal.
Yes, in Planning Districts 8 and 16, there are minimum and maximum fees for initial towing and additional charges for towing during off-hours or holidays.
Localities consider the fair market value of the removal when establishing fee limits to ensure charges are reasonable.
No, the ordinance limits to no more than two additional fees for towing a vehicle during off-hours, weekends, or holidays.