Bellevue, WA Parking Rules: RV & Boat Parking (2026)

Recreational vehicle and boat storage in Bellevue is regulated by Land Use Code LUC 20.20 and City Code Chapter 11.23. On public streets, RVs, travel trailers, and boats on trailers are subject to the 72-hour parking limit that applies to all vehicles. Vehicles over 22 feet long or 80 inches wide generally cannot park overnight on residential streets from 12 a.m. to 6 a.m. under signed restrictions. On private residential property, RVs and boats may be stored in side or rear yards without specific permits, but they must meet setback requirements, typically 5 feet from side and rear property lines. Storing an RV in the front yard is discouraged and may be limited to the driveway. Occupancy of a parked RV as a dwelling is prohibited in residential zones under LUC 20.20.130, with limited short-term exceptions for guests of a legal residence. RVs cannot be connected to permanent utilities, and gray or black water must not be discharged to storm drains. HOAs in Bellevue communities often impose stricter limits under their CCRs. Complaints go to Code Compliance at (425) 452-4570.