In most cases, the owner of a towed car must present a valid photo ID and current vehicle registration or title to reclaim their vehicle.
To reclaim a vehicle towed for 72-Hour Violations—Abandoned on Street
Vehicles towed for a 72-hour violation may be claimed by the registered owner at the Allentown Parking Authority office, 603 W Linden Street, Allentown. The owner must present a valid photo ID and current vehicle registration or title.
The ticket issued at that time of the tow must be paid along with a release fee. There will also be storage and towing charges that must be paid directly to Ross Body & Frame, 1046 N. Gilmore Street, Allentown, PA.
To reclaim a vehicle towed from Private Property
Vehicles towed from private property may be claimed by the registered owner at the Allentown Parking Authority office, 603 W Linden Street, Allentown. The owner must present a valid photo ID and current vehicle registration or title.
The towing fee must be paid along with the ticket issued at that time of the tow and a release fee. There will also be storage charges that must be paid directly to Ross Body & Frame, 1046 N. Gilmore Street, Allentown.
To reclaim a vehicle towed for Too Close to a Fire Hydrant
Vehicles towed for a fire hydrant violation may be claimed by the registered owner at the Allentown Parking Authority office, 603 W Linden Street, Allentown. The owner must present a valid photo ID and current vehicle registration or title.
The ticket issued at that time of the tow must be paid along with a release fee. There will also be towing and storage charges that must be paid directly to Ross Body & Frame, 1046 N. Gilmore Street, Allentown, PA.
To reclaim a vehicle towed for Scofflaw
Vehicles towed for Scofflaw violation may be claimed by the registered owner at the Magisterial District Court. All unpaid citations, fines, penalties and fees must be paid at the District Court office. Proof of payment of fines and costs will be provided to the vehicle owner. This form must be taken to the Allentown Parking Authority office at 603 W Linden Street.
A release fee must be paid; in addition, storage and towing fees must be paid directly to Ross Body & Frame, 1046 N. Gilmore Street, Allentown
To have a ‘boot’ removed from your vehicle
Call or come in to the Parking Authority office to pay all outstanding parking tickets in penalty, plus a boot release fee. Once payment is made, your vehicle will be released. Payment must be made within 72 hours to avoid being towing and storage.
