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

The City of Selma enacted detailed regulations for recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers that address both temporary street parking and long-term property storage. Under SMC 10-10-33(B), street parking of RVs is limited to 72 consecutive hours per month, and this temporary allowance is restricted to active loading or unloading activities. This means residents may park their RV on the street to pack for a camping trip or to unload after returning, but the vehicle cannot simply be stored or left on the street for extended periods. The 72-hour window resets monthly, preventing residents from using it as a rolling storage strategy. For on-property storage, the 2024 Zoning Code Update Section 11-3.1(I)(2) establishes comprehensive requirements. Long-term storage is defined as keeping any RV, boat, or trailer in the same location for 48 hours or more, at which point full compliance with storage standards is required. The screening requirement mandates that outdoor storage be concealed from view from all public streets, freeways, adjacent residential areas, and open spaces. The screening must consist of a wall or fence that matches the primary residential structure in design, materials, and color to maintain neighborhood aesthetics. Screening walls for storage purposes may not exceed 15 feet in height, while accessory structures associated with storage are limited to 16 feet per the 2024 Zoning Code Update. Hazardous fencing materials such as barbed wire and razor wire are prohibited in residential areas per Section 11-2.2(D), so screening fences must use conventional residential fencing materials. All RVs, boats, and trailers must be stored on paved surfaces. Parking on lawns, bare dirt, decomposed granite, or other unpaved areas visible from the street is explicitly prohibited. This requirement is enforced through code enforcement and is designed to prevent property blight and drainage issues associated with vehicles parked on unpermitted surfaces. Driveway parking is permitted on a temporary basis for trip preparation, loading, or unloading, but is subject to a 48-hour limit. Vehicles stored in driveways must not obstruct sidewalks, extend into the public right-of-way, or block the passage of pedestrians and other vehicles. Living in or occupying a travel trailer, recreational vehicle, or mobile home on any residential or commercial property is strictly prohibited under SMC 10-10-33(A) and SMC 5-5-2, unless the property is a designated and permitted mobile home park. Temporary permits for construction-related mobile home occupancy are available only when the associated construction project exceeds six months in duration. Selma Code Enforcement investigates complaints related to non-compliant RV, boat, and trailer storage and parking.