Chapter 10.14
PARKING OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES – CAMPING
Sections:
10.14.010 Purpose of provisions – Definitions.
10.14.020 Overnight parking of RVs prohibited.
10.14.030 Temporary RV parking area – Permit required.
10.14.040 Temporary RV parking area – Standards.
10.14.050 No outdoor camping permitted.
10.14.060 Violation – Penalties.
10.14.010 Purpose of provisions – Definitions.
The unregulated allowance of overnight parking of recreational vehicles on streets, vacant lots, open areas and private property in the city has the potential to create substantial health, safety, economic and quality of life problems. This chapter establishes standards, procedures and restrictions intended to control overnight parking of RVs and camping during tourist periods, special events and throughout the year.
A. “Recreational vehicle (RV),” for the purpose of this chapter, is any motor home, vacation trailer, camping trailer, camper, conversion or van, capable of movement on a roadway which will afford a degree of shelter for humans.
B. “Camping” for the purpose of this chapter is sleeping outdoors in the open, in a tent, or in other similar temporary shelter. [Ord. 1457 § 1 (Att. A), 2013; Ord. 886 § 1, 1991.]
10.14.020 Overnight parking of RVs prohibited.
The parking of recreational vehicles on any street, including any portion of a dedicated right-of-way within the city limits of Leavenworth, for the purpose of occupancy, camping or sleeping is prohibited. [Ord. 1457 § 1 (Att. A), 2013; Ord. 886 § 2, 1991.]
10.14.030 Temporary RV parking area – Permit required.
Any person or group that charges a fee to provide space for occasional, temporary overnight parking of an RV during tourist visitation or special events periods must obtain a permit approved by the city council. A separate permit shall be required for each individual or sponsoring group for each festival or special event when overnight RV parking will occur. A fee of $100.00 shall be charged for each occasional temporary overnight permit. The duration of a permit shall be set by the city administrative office but shall not exceed seven days, after which the permit must be renewed, and only three renewals will be granted in a calendar year to a specific location. [Ord. 1457 § 1 (Att. A), 2013; Ord. 886 § 3, 1991.]
10.14.040 Temporary RV parking area – Standards.
The following standards shall apply to any temporary RV parking areas approved under a permit by the city council:
A. No temporary RV parking areas shall be allowed in the residential districts.
B. No more than 20 RVs may be allowed on a single property.
C. There shall be a minimum of five feet on each side of the vehicle and five feet at the rear of all units.
D. Prior to approval, the applicant shall obtain approval from the fire district regarding access and other emergency service needs.
E. An internal driveway with a minimum driveable width of 16 feet shall provide direct access to each RV parking space. Any and all surfacing shall comply with applicable stormwater and erosion control rules and regulations. For the purposes of this section “drivable” means a graveled or similar surface for dust and erosion control.
F. The permittee shall provide portable chemical toilets in the ratio of at least one for every 20 temporary RV spaces. If deemed necessary by the city council, an increased number may be required at the time of the permit approval. At least one portable chemical toilet shall be required for each permit issued. Portable toilets shall be serviced at intervals sufficient to prevent spillages, nuisances, or health hazards.
G. Garbage dumpsters shall be provided in the ratio of at least one for every 20 temporary RV spaces. If deemed necessary by the city council, an increased number may be required at the time of permit approval. At least one dumpster shall be required for each permit.
H. Disposal of “grey water” onto or into catch basins or sewer manholes is prohibited. Recreational vehicles must discharge grey water into self-contained holding tanks or into portable, sealable holding tanks.
I. The city council is authorized to attach any additional requirements to the issuances of a permit which it may deem necessary for the maintenance of health, safety, or general welfare, or to assure adherence to the provisions of this chapter. The permits will comply with all health and fire regulations. [Ord. 1457 § 1 (Att. A), 2013; Ord. 886 § 4, 1991.]
10.14.050 No outdoor camping permitted.
Outdoor camping within Leavenworth’s public parks, rights-of-way, and other city-owned property is not permitted without a permit. Camping fee and a temporary permit with fees are required and sanitary and garbage facilities must be available for groups of outdoor campers. The fee for an outdoor camping permit shall be the same as for temporary RV parking areas and shall meet the same conditions as a temporary RV parking area permit. [Ord. 1457 § 1 (Att. A), 2013; Ord. 886 § 5, 1991.]
10.14.060 Violation – Penalties.
Violation of this chapter is a civil infraction and shall be punishable by penalty of not greater than $500.00 per day for each day the violation occurs. The city may also exercise civil remedies to enjoin any violation of this chapter and in the event the city is a prevailing party in such action the nonprevailing party shall be required to pay the city’s costs and reasonable attorney fees. [Ord. 1457 § 1 (Att. A), 2013; Ord. 886 § 6, 1991.]