San Francisco Transportation Code §7.2.54 restricts vehicles over 22 feet long or 7 feet tall from overnight parking (12 AM–6 AM) in posted areas. Vehicular habitation is prohibited under Police Code §97. SFMTA approved major policy changes in October 2024 allowing towing of oversized vehicles after documented shelter refusal. A 2025 proposal would further limit RV parking to 2 hours citywide.
Transportation Code §7.2.54 prohibits oversized vehicles (>22 ft length or >7 ft height), RVs, motor homes, and fifth-wheel trailers from overnight parking between 12 AM and 6 AM where SFMTA signs are posted. A 2023 court ruling temporarily barred warrantless towing. The SFMTA Board voted 6-1 in October 2024 to allow towing after documented shelter refusal. Fines for violation of posted signs are $108. A Large Vehicle Refuge Permit Program was under development as of mid-2025.
Citation: $108. Towing after documented shelter refusal (in posted areas). Police Code §97 for vehicular habitation.
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