As part their towing service contract, tow company operators have agreed to assist the City and the public with the voluntary surrender of unwanted vehicles. The contracted tow companies have agreed to remove and dispose of relinquished vehicles at no cost to the registered owner or the City. This is an opportunity for homeowners who have an unwanted vehicle in their front yards or on the street to have that vehicle removed.

The program is under the supervision of the Police Department's Permits Unit. More information can be obtained by calling the Permits Unit at 615-4867.

1. The program is only available to residents of the City of Santa Clara.
2. The vehicle to be removed must be within the City limits.
3. The citizen must provide proper identification.
4. The citizen must provide a title of ownership or a court order indicating sole ownership of the vehicle to be removed.
5. The citizen agrees to sign documents releasing any interest in the vehicle.
6. The citizen releases the vehicle with the understanding that the vehicle will be immediately dismantled.
7. The program applies to passenger vehicles, including sport utility vehicles, vans and pick-up trucks. RV's, motor homes, boats and oversized vehicles cannot be accepted.