Richmond, CA Parking Rules: RV & Boat Parking (2026)

Richmond Municipal Code restricts the parking and storage of recreational vehicles, boats, trailers, and oversized commercial vehicles. On public streets, the 72-hour limit under California Vehicle Code 22651(k) applies, and Richmond enforces CVC 22507.5 allowing local oversized vehicle restrictions between 2 AM and 6 AM on posted streets. The city has dealt with significant unhoused RV populations and has implemented safe parking programs along with enforcement zones. For private property storage, RVs and boats generally may not be stored in front yards or required front setback areas. Side and rear yard storage is permitted provided the vehicle is screened from street view by fencing or landscaping. RVs cannot be used as permanent or long-term dwellings on residential property; short-term guest use (typically 72 hours or 14 days per year) may be allowed. Utility hookups to parked RVs are prohibited for continuous occupancy. Commercial vehicles over a certain gross weight are similarly restricted from overnight residential street parking.