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NewsNBC 6 South Florida (WTVJ) – Local NewsJuly 2, 2026Miami-Dade

New Miami Beach Program Limits Resident Vehicle Towing

Miami Beach has launched a new program that provides residents with a grace period and courtesy notifications before their vehicles are towed for parking violations. The policy, which began July 1, allows for three citations per quarter before towing occurs, provided the vehicle does not pose a public safety hazard.

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Why It Matters

Registered Miami Beach residents now have a buffer of three parking citations per quarter before their vehicle is subject to towing, provided they move their car within 24 hours of a citation.

Key Facts

  • The program became effective on July 1.
  • Registered residents receive up to three parking citations per calendar quarter before being subject to towing on the fourth violation.
  • Residents must register with the Miami Beach Parking Department to participate.
  • A courtesy text message is sent to registered residents before a vehicle is towed.
  • Vehicles must be moved within 24 hours of receiving a citation to avoid towing.
  • Immediate towing remains in effect for serious public safety hazards, including blocking fire hydrants, disabled spaces, driveways, sidewalks, bike lanes, emergency access areas, and freight loading zones.
  • A 15-minute courtesy text notification is provided even for serious public safety violations.
  • The Miami Beach City Commission approved the reform unanimously.

Who's Mentioned

locationMiami Beach“The city implementing the new parking and towing policy.”organizationMiami Beach Parking Department“The department managing resident registration for the new program.”personSteven Meiner“Mayor of Miami Beach who commented on the program.”organizationMiami Beach City Commission“The governing body that unanimously approved the reform.”