Ocean City, Maryland Finalizes Tow Ordinances

Two towing ordinances and resolutions gained the approval of Ocean City, Maryland’s Council members on, Monday, August 1.  

The first ordinance updates administrative procedures for the towing of vehicles illegally on private properties. The intent is to ensure that companies on the approved police tow list follow proper procedures. The new version of the ordinance states that a property owner or representative of the private business must authorize the tow. 

The second ordinance updates the city’s code to include vehicles obstructing fire lanes, and addresses tows involving fire lanes and hydrants. 

Council members also approved two towing resolutions. The first sets an administrative fee of 10 percent of the cost of the tow if a company does not ask for reimbursement from the city within 90 days. The second adopts an administrative fee and revised procedures for tow companies. 

Source: https://www.oceancitytoday.com/news