Simi Valley, CA Parking Rules: RV & Boat Parking (2026)
Key Facts
- Oversized dimensions
- Over 23 ft long, 7 ft wide, or 8 ft high
- Detached trailers
- Prohibited on all city streets
- Resident exception
- Up to 48 hours at registered Simi Valley address
- Visitor parking
- Permit required (no grace period)
- Code section
- SVMC 4-9.402
- Permit contact
- Simi Valley PD Traffic Bureau
Summary
Simi Valley restricts parking of RVs, boats, and other oversized vehicles or detached trailers on every city street under SVMC Section 4-9.402, with a 48-hour visitor/loading allowance at a registered Simi Valley address.
Vehicles over 23 ft. long, 7 ft. wide or 8 ft. high, as well as detached trailers, are restricted from parking on all city streets under Section 4-9.402 S.V.M.C. This ordinance is enforced by the Simi Valley Police Department. Violators will be cited under 4-9.402 S.V.M.C. and vehicles may be towed at their owner's expense. Restrictions generally do not apply to resident vehicles involved in general recreation related activities parked at their registered Simi Valley address for up to 48 hours, such as preparing for or returning from a trip, during routine maintenance, or when visitors utilize residents' recreational vehicle during a 48 hour visit.
Full Breakdown
402 of the Simi Valley Municipal Code (SVMC), vehicles over 23 feet long, 7 feet wide, or 8 feet high - and detached trailers - are restricted from parking on all city streets. ' The restriction does not apply to a resident's oversized vehicle parked at the registered Simi Valley address for up to 48 hours in connection with general-recreation activities (preparing for or returning from a trip, routine maintenance) or when visitors use the resident's recreational vehicle during a 48-hour visit. Trailers parked on the street must remain connected to a tow vehicle at all times.
Visitors with oversized vehicles or trailers must obtain a permit through the Simi Valley Police Department; there is no grace period for visitors. Residents facing a hardship situation may apply for a temporary permit at no charge from the SVPD Traffic Bureau.
Violations & Fines
Citations are issued under SVMC 4-9.402 and vehicles may be towed at the owner's expense. The flyer states: 'Violators will be cited under 4-9.402 S.V.M.C. and vehicles may be towed at their owner's expense.'
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I park my RV in front of my Simi Valley house overnight?
What if my out-of-town guest brings their RV?
Can I leave a boat trailer parked on the curb?
Sources & Official References
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