The Vehicle Impound Section is part of the Support Services Bureau under the Facilities Management Division. The Vehicle Impound Section is responsible for providing and maintaining a storage facility for vehicles that have been confiscated and/or impounded within the scope of police authority under TCA 55-31-204, 55-31-205 and Metro Ordinances (12.08.150, 12.08.210, 12.72, 6.80.510) as well as safeguarding these vehicles until they are claimed by the owner or disposed of according to TN State law (TCA 55-31-301, 55-31-302, 55-31-303).
Beginning on March 1, 2012 the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County contracted with United Road Management Solutions (URVMS) to operate the Vehicle Impound lot. URVMS is bound by contract to comply with all local, state and federal laws and regulations as well as Metropolitan Nashville Police Department policies and procedures relating to the impoundment of vehicles and sale of abandoned vehicles. All expenses and fees associated with the impoundment of a Vehicle are collected and retained by URVMS for their services.
Vehicle Impound Section
1201 Freightliner Dr
Nashville,
TN
37210
615-862-7800 (Phone)
615-736-5042 (Fax)
Vehicle Impound Liaison – Jonathan D. Massie
URVMS General Manager – Steve Healy
When calling about your vehicle, please have the vehicle identification number (VIN)—which can be found on your insurance card—vehicle registration, vehicle title, bill of sale, or the license plate number.
UR VMS - Vehicle Storage Facility operating for the City of Nashville, TN
To Claim Your Vehicle you must:
All acceptable forms of identification must be active/current. You must have a physical copy of your identification, a copy is not permitted.
Owners who present a government issued photo ID, student ID or employee photo ID must have a licensed driver to drive the vehicle out of the impound lot or the vehicle must be towed.
In order to release a vehicle, the customer must provide proof of ownership, have permission from the owner, or have authority to obtain the impounded vehicle by providing the proper documentation as described below;
If your vehicle is being held for investigation you will need to contact the investigator or investigative unit holding the vehicle. You will not be able to claim your vehicle until the case has been adjudicated or the investigative hold has been removed. All vehicles towed for DUI are required to remain on the lot for a minimum of twelve (12) hours.
If a vehicle has been seized or forfeited, the vehicle cannot be claimed until the court has made a determination on the case. If the courts return a vehicle to the registered owner/lien holder a court order must be presented to claim the vehicle.
If you want to claim property from a vehicle with an investigative hold, you will need to contact the detective or investigative unit holding the vehicle. The Vehicle Impound lot personnel must receive a property release from the detective or investigative unit before any items can be removed from the vehicle.
Fees for towing and storage are set by the Transportation and Licensing Commission (6.80.550) based on the Tennessee Highway Patrol maximum fees allowed for towing and storage.
Transportation and Licensing Commission (615-862-6777)
Tennessee Highway Patrol (615-741-3181)
| Vehicle Type | Tow Fee | Wrecked Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles 7,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or Under | $225 | $225 |
| Straight Trucks, Vans, etc. over 7,000 pounds GVWR | $370 | $475 |
| Tandem Axle (Not Loaded) over 7,000 pounds GVWR | $430 | $535 |
| Tandem Axle (Loaded) over 7,000 pounds GVWR | $465 | $575 |
| Recreational Vehicles (RVs) 25 Feet and Under in Length | $370 | $460 |
| RVs Over 25 Feet in Length | $505 | $610 |
| RVs - Buses (Large) | $505 | $610 |
Fuel charge of $10 for all towed vehicles
| Vehicle Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Vehicles 7,000 GVWR and Under | $200/hour |
| Class B Wrecker | $290/hour |
| Class C Wrecker | $410/hour |
| Class C Rotator, if needed | $560 |
| Additional Wrecker | $200/hour |
| Vehicle Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle / ATV | $35 |
| Mower or miscellaneous equipment | $35 |
| Car / Truck / SUV | $40 |
| Tractor / Semi | $80 |
| Motor Home 26 Feet and Under in Length | $70 |
| Motor Home Over 26 Feet in Length | $80 |
| Tractor Tailer, Commercial Bus, House Trailer | $80 |
| Boat Under 19 feet in Length | $40 |
| Boat 19-26 feet in Length | $55 |
| Boat More than 26 feet in Length | $70 |
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Recovery of vehicle submerged in water | $425 |
| Recovery of vehicle burned by fire | $340 |
| Vehicle Wrapping | $55 |
| Winching Over 50 Feet | $100 |
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| First Letter | $75 |
| Each Additional Letter | $50 |
All forfeited/seized vehicles and miscellaneous property auctions are held online through eBid Nashville.
All abandoned/unclaimed vehicle auctions are held online through URVMS, joyride website (UR VMS - Vehicle Storage Facility operating for the City of Nashville, TN).
