San Diego County Zoning Ordinance regulates RV and boat storage in unincorporated areas. Recreational vehicles and boats may be stored on residential property but generally not in required front setback areas. Rural and agricultural zones are more permissive, reflecting the large lot sizes in communities like Ramona and Valley Center.
The County Zoning Ordinance governs RV and boat storage on residential properties in unincorporated areas. In standard residential zones, RVs and boats should be stored behind the front building line, not in required front setback areas, and may need screening from public view. In rural residential and agricultural zones (common in Ramona, Valley Center, Fallbrook, Jamul, and Alpine), larger lot sizes allow more flexible storage. RVs cannot be used as permanent dwellings on residential lots without an approved use permit. Living in an RV on your property is restricted. Inoperable vehicles must comply with county nuisance abatement provisions. CVC §22651(k) applies to vehicles stored on public streets for over 72 hours.
Zoning violation: administrative citation escalating from $100 to $500. CVC §22651(k) for street storage over 72 hours: towing and impound fees.
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