Increasing maximum charges for towing and storage of motor vehicles.

A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to increasing maximum charges for towing and storage of motor vehicles

This bill would increase the maximum fees for towing and storage of vehicles in certain circumstances when the towing company is not chosen by the vehicle owner. The bill would also set a higher rate for storage and towing of vehicles registered at a weight of more than 10,000 pounds. The fees would generally be $225 for towing and $40 per day for storage of vehicles that weigh 10,000 pounds or less, and $700 for towing and $250 per day for storage of vehicles that weigh more than 10,000 pounds. Additional mileage fees would also apply in certain circumstances.