7 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Hillsborough County, Florida.
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Hillsborough County LDC §6.11.04 allows RV and boat storage on residential property in side or rear yards, screened from street view. Front yard RV/boat parking prohibited except on approved driveways for up to 72 hours for loading/unloading. HOAs commonly prohibit entirely.
Hillsborough County requires paved or stabilized driveways for all residential properties under LDC §6.11.03. Maximum 2 curb cuts per residential lot. Driveway permits required from Public Works for any new driveway connecting to a county-maintained road.
Hillsborough County LDC §6.11.04 prohibits parking commercial vehicles over 8,000 lbs GVW or 22 feet in length in residential zones. One commercial pickup/van under that threshold allowed if registered to resident. Semi-trucks and trailers banned.
Unincorporated Hillsborough County permits street parking on public roads unless posted, with 72-hour maximum under LDC §6.11.04. No vehicle may block mailboxes, fire hydrants, or driveways. Commercial strips may have 2-hour posted limits.
Hillsborough County allows overnight parking on public streets in unincorporated areas for up to 72 consecutive hours. No overnight parking bans except in posted zones or within HOA/CDD communities. Sheriff focuses on abandoned-appearing vehicles.
Hillsborough County promotes EV charging under FL §163.08 and the 2022 County Sustainability Plan. Residential Level 2 chargers require electrical permit but no zoning review. Commercial properties with 20+ spaces encouraged to provide EV-ready infrastructure.
Hillsborough County follows FL §715.05 and §705.103 for abandoned vehicles. Vehicles inoperable, unregistered, or stored more than 72 hours on public roads may be tagged, towed, and sold at auction after 35 days notice.
3 cities in Hillsborough County have their own parking rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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