Code Enforcement - RV Regulation DCC 18.116.095

To qualify as an RV, the vehicle must be:

  • DMV licensed as motorhome or camper – The vehicle or trailer must be titled as a motorhome or camper.
  • Self-propelled or readily towable – The vehicle must be able to be moved from a location and must be considered mobile. No permanent attachments to the ground or not mobile structures are allowed.
  • Built on a single chassis – The vehicle must consist of only one chassis.
  • Under 400sq ft. – The total square footage of the vehicle must be under 400 square feet.
  • Self-Contained Wastewater – The vehicle must have wastewater tanks that are held within the vehicle itself, and are able to be dumped or pumped lawfully.

Vacant Lot – Temporary use 30/60 days.

  •  No land use/permits required for intermittent use.
  • No wastewater approval required, but wastewater must be disposed of in a lawful manner.
  • Days can be staggered, occupied every other week/day/month would be acceptable.

Vacant lot – Temporary use for contiguous 6 Months.

  • Land use approval required through the planning department.
  • Wastewater management approval required as part of the land use approval.
  • Allowed with approval for 6 Months per calendar year.

Lot with an established dwelling or home – Storage Only

  • No uses for the RV other than maintenance or storage.
  • Some exceptions for an RV or manufactured home with land use approval for a medical hardship through planning department.
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