I've had a few vehicles towed. My lease gives me express permission (signed and initialed tenant at lease signing) to tow a car that is no longer operable: no tags, no insurance, inoperable (flat tires, broken windows, etc.)

Google for NC Says:

1. Wait Seven Days:

A vehicle left on your property without your consent is generally considered abandoned after seven days.

2. Contact a Towing Company:

After the seven-day waiting period, you can contact a tow company to have the vehicle removed.

3. File an LT-260 Form:

You'll need to file an LT-260 form with the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) to report the abandoned vehicle. This form is available on the Notice & Storage Portal.

4. Consider the Vehicle Abandoned:

After 30 days, the vehicle can be considered abandoned, and you can begin the process of selling it.

5. File an LT-262 Form (Optional):

You can file an LT-262 form to declare your intent to sell the vehicle after the unclaimed notice is processed (usually 30 days).

Important Considerations:

Private Property:

You generally cannot have a vehicle towed from private property without the written request of the owner, lessee, or occupant.

Trespass:

If the tenant abandoned the car, they may be liable for trespassing and the costs associated with removal.

Health or Safety Hazard:

A vehicle on private property can be towed if it's declared a health or safety hazard by the board of commissioners or a duly authorized county official.

Police Involvement:

First abandoned vehicle I had to deal with after an eviction I had towed.

Went to court and the ex-tenant complained that I had it towed. It was after I regained possession of the property and it was in the driveway.