The enforcement is part of a larger plan to improve neighborhood safety, lessen parking concerns and enhance the appearance of the city.
“Derelict vehicles are among Milton’s most frequent code violations,” City of Milton Planning Director Tim Milstead said. “This is not about money, this is about voluntary compliance.”
By ordinance, the City of Milton definition for an inoperable vehicle is one that lacks an up to date tag or one that is not equipped to be legally driven on public streets. Vehicles in this category must be stored away from the public eye, specifically inside an enclosed structure or behind a six-foot barrier or permitted fence that is “at least 50% opaque.”
“We need to remove these vehicles for several reasons,” Milstead said. “They can leak toxic fluids, breed pests, attract crime, bock rights-of-way, and contribute to community neglect. This initiative builds on other efforts, like [the] City’s Neighborhood Cleanup Days, which give residents free options for disposing of bulky items.”
Residents can report derelict vehicles through Milton’s Code Enforcement page at https://www.miltonfl.org/461/Code-Enforcement.
What residents should know:
- “Vehicles on public streets must be in working condition and moved regularly.’
- “Violators are given time to correct issues before further action.”
- Unresolved violations may result in citations, hearings and court proceedings.”
City of Milton residents are encouraged to call the city’s Planning Department at (850) 983-5440 if they receive a notice regarding a derelict or inoperable vehicle.
