§ 55-37. Towing, storage and labor charges; exceptions., Article IX. Regulations for Owners, Chapter 55. Tow Trucks, Code of Ordinances, North Hempstead

Towing charges.

(1)

The charges for towing shall be based solely upon the distance that the motor vehicle is to be towed and shall not be estimated or based upon the availability of tow trucks. Towing charges shall be at the rate of not more than $125 for the first mile or part thereof and not more than $5 for each additional mile or part thereof.

Storage charges. Outside storage charges shall be at the rate of not more than $15 per day for the next seven days and not more than $30 for each day thereafter. Inside storage charges may be determined by written agreement between the parties. All vehicles must be stored on the premises of the licensee, whether indoors or outdoors, and shall not be permitted on any public highway.

Labor charges. An additional charge shall not exceed $50 per half hour or part thereof when the use of special skills is required to right an overturned vehicle or to remove it from an off-the-road location.

[Amended 2-16-2010 by L.L. No. 1-2010]

Fuel surcharge. A fuel surcharge may be imposed by tow truck owners or operators only upon authority of the Town Board, acting upon the recommendation of the Town Clerk.

[Added 7-19-2005 by L.L. No. 4-2005]

Exceptions. The maximum towing and storage charges set forth in this section shall not apply to:

[Amended 7-19-2005 by L.L. No. 4-2005]

(1)

Motor trucks exceeding one and one-half tons' capacity.

(2)

Towing of motor vehicles pursuant to a contract executed prior to the need for towing, provided that such motor vehicles are either owned or leased by the contracting party.