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Homelessness & Encampment Rules in Moorpark, CA (2026)

2 verified homelessness & encampment rules for Moorpark, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Sit-Lie Rules

Moorpark relies on general public-peace and obstruction provisions in MMC Title 9 rather than a dedicated sit-lie ordinance. Federal Ninth Circuit caselaw under Martin v. Boise also limits how the city can enforce against people sleeping outdoors when shelter is unavailable.

Sitting and lying restrictions

Some Restrictions

Encampment Sanitation

Moorpark coordinates encampment cleanups through Ventura County Sheriff, public works, and the Ventura County Continuum of Care, providing posted notice, outreach, and storage of personal belongings before removing items from public property.

Encampment cleanup process

Some Restrictions

Looking for Ventura County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Moorpark city rules.

Homelessness & Encampment Rules in Ventura County