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Discuss an amendment to the Code of Ordinances related to parking regulations for oversized vehicles in residential areas.
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REQUESTOR:
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Roger Neal
Mayor Terry Lynne
BACKGROUND:
The City currently has no clear regulations regarding the parking or storing of oversized vehicles, including RVs, boats, box trucks, and other vehicles on private residential property. However, there has been a significant increase in the number of recreational vehicles, trailers, and commercial vehicles in residential neighborhoods.
Previously, staff were asked to explore the possibility of implementing such restrictions, the possible impacts of such regulations on all types of home-based businesses ("no-impact and "regular") in light of Senate Bill 2464 (SB 2464), reducing the allowable length of vehicles, and establishing a grace period for residents.
Based on the staff's review of SB 2464, the staff's proposed ordinance does not negatively affect a home-based business ("no-impact and "regular") if the vehicle does not exceed the proposed restricted dimensions, and/or exceed the towing weight and weight limits as proposed for an oversized vehicle. The bill, as adopted, allows the City to retain the ability to enforce compliance with Fire and Building codes, Health and Sanitation regulations, Transportation and Traffic Control regulations, Solid or Hazardous Waste regulations, and Pollution and Noise control regulations.
DISCUSSION:
At the October 21, 2025, City Council meeting, staff were asked to identify how Code Enforcement could address parking issues related to oversized vehicles without a new parking ordinance in place. Staff reviewed the Code of Ordinances, specifically Chapter 82 and Chapter 56, which regulate declared nuisances on public property (streets, alleys, and publicly owned land) and on private property.
Under Chapter 82, under the regulatory authority of the Police Department, vehicles are declared a nuisance when they create ...
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