Third-Party Website Notices

Required notice to the registered owner and the primary lienholder of a vehicle towed to a vehicle storage facility may be provided on a publicly available website maintained by a TDLR-approved third party if the criteria set by Texas Occupations Code Section 2303.152(a) and (e) are met. Only vendors approved by TDLR may host online notice postings.

TDLR-Approved Vehicle Posting Websites

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Note: Only vendors approved by the department may host online notice postings under Texas Occupations Code Section 2303.152(a) and (e).

Website Hosting Application

Third party vendors seeking approval must submit an application to the TDLR Compliance Team. The application will request information demonstrating the vendor’s ability to:

• Maintain a publicly accessible Internet website
• Host notices in compliance with statutory and administrative rule requirements
• Maintain records as required by the Department
• Application for Department Approved Third-Party Internet Website for VSF Notifications

Review & Approval

Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the vendor meets all statutory and rule requirements.

Approved vendors will be added to the list above.

Information for Licensees

When Online Notice May Be Used

A VSF may publish notice on an approved third‑party website when:

• The vehicle is registered in another state
• The owner’s identity cannot be determined
• The registration lacks an address
• The lienholder cannot be reasonably identified
• The vehicle has no license plate or inspection certificate
• Other statutory conditions under Texas Occupations Code Section 2303.152(a) and (e) apply

How to Use an Approved Third‑Party Website

• Visit any approved vendor listed above
• Follow the vendor’s instructions for submitting a notice
• Retain proof of publication for your records
• Ensure the notice meets all statutory content requirements

Compliance & Statutory Requirements

Statutory Authority

This process is authorized under Texas Occupations Code Section 2303.152.

Compliance Expectations

Approved vendors and licensees must ensure:

• Notices remain publicly accessible
• Information is accurate and complete
• Posting timelines comply with statute

Department Oversight

The department may:

• Review vendor performance
• Remove vendors that fail to meet requirements
• Update rules or guidance as needed