RV, boat, and trailer parking on residential lots in Sarasota is regulated by the Zoning Code (Article VII) and Ch. 33 right-of-way rules. RVs and boats may be stored on residential property but typically cannot be parked in the front yard or on the public right-of-way for extended periods.
The Sarasota Zoning Code Division 9 (Accessory Structures and Uses) and Ch. 33 right-of-way rules together limit recreational vehicle storage. RVs, boats, and trailers parked in residential zones are generally required to be in the side or rear yard, on an improved surface (driveway, gravel, concrete, pavers), and may not block sidewalks or rights-of-way. Visiting RVs may be allowed in driveways for short periods (typically up to 72 hours for loading/unloading or guest stays); living in a parked RV on a residential lot is generally prohibited absent a Ch. 34.5 vacation rental or specific zoning approval. The Ch. 20 noise rules also apply: running an RV generator overnight can violate Sec. 20-5 caps.
Violations are typically handled through Code Compliance under the Zoning Code. Civil penalties up to $500 per offense apply under Sec. 1-11, with daily fines through the Special Master under F.S. §162.09 (up to $1,000/day repeat). Ch. 33 right-of-way violations are SPD parking tickets.
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