Businesses providing tow truck services that are interested in being certified as a Utah State Tax Commission Impound Yard should review the information and requirements found in the following sections of the Utah State Tax Code:
- Section 41-1a-1101: Seizure – Circumstances where permitted – Impound lot standards
- Section 41-6a-1406: Removal and impoundment of vehicles – Reporting and notification requirements
- Rule R873-22M-17: Standards for State Impound Lots
Once the above sections have been reviewed, the remaining requirements for certification are as follows:
- Complete the Impound Yard Application and Inspection (Form TC-855). This form is obtained directly from DMV Vehicle Compliance Services (VCS), and should be submitted with a copy of the current business license. Photographs that sufficiently demonstrate the yard’s compliance with the Standards for State Impound Lots listed above may be submitted to Vehicle Compliance Services (VCS) in lieu of a physical yard inspection. VCS will issue a DMV assigned yard number upon receipt of the Impound Yard Application and acceptable proof of yard compliance.
- For the reporting of vehicle removal and impoundments you will need to register with NIC Utah. For questions regarding the application process for IVS access, and terms of use, email subscribe@utah.gov. There is an annual subscription fee of $125 for this service.
For questions regarding the Impound Yard Application and Inspection, please call DMV Vehicle Compliance Services (VCS) at (801) 297-3568.
For questions regarding the Impound Vehicle Service registration, please call 1-877-988-3468.