Recreational Vehicle Parking and Storage
Many residents own recreational vehicles and park them at their residences when not in use. It could be a utility trailer, camper, motor home, boat trailer, snowmobile trailer etc. How many recreational vehicles do you think are ok to store on a property, and where is the best place to park them?
Currently, our city ordinance states, "Up to three (3) recreational vehicles may be parked as long as they have a current license and are operable." During seasonal use, you can have up to two (2) RVs parked entirely on a driveway. The ordinance also states they must beContinue reading
Many residents own recreational vehicles and park them at their residences when not in use. It could be a utility trailer, camper, motor home, boat trailer, snowmobile trailer etc. How many recreational vehicles do you think are ok to store on a property, and where is the best place to park them?
Currently, our city ordinance states, "Up to three (3) recreational vehicles may be parked as long as they have a current license and are operable." During seasonal use, you can have up to two (2) RVs parked entirely on a driveway. The ordinance also states they must be parked in the rear or side yard as long as they are five(5) feet back from your property line.
So, the City is reviewing the ordinance to determine if it needs to be changed or made more clear. But before any changes are made, we want to hear your opinions and ideas on how many recreational vehicles you think should be allowed and where on your property would be the best place to park these vehicles.
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Recreational Vehicle Zoning Code Updates
Share Recreational Vehicle Zoning Code Updates on Facebook Share Recreational Vehicle Zoning Code Updates on Twitter Share Recreational Vehicle Zoning Code Updates on Linkedin Email Recreational Vehicle Zoning Code Updates linkOn January 2, 2024, the Savage City Council approved the recommended minor language clarifications to the Recreational Vehicle Zoning Code.
For over a year, the City of Savage has been evaluating the zoning code regarding the parking and storage of recreational vehicles to ensure it meets the community’s current preferences. The current code has been in place for nearly 20 years! Everyone benefits from a well-kept community, but we also know that many residents own recreational vehicles and park them at their residences when not in use. Occasionally, the city receives complaints regarding the number of recreational vehicles on a property or the location of where they are parked.
Over the last year, the City has conducted observations, collected surveys and comments from residents, analyzed the data, and engaged with the community to evaluate the number of recreational vehicles allowed and the permitted parking and storage locations in residential neighborhoods. Based on this research, only a few minor language clarifications were made to the zoning code. Here is a summary of the changes:
Definition of recreational vehicle
The definition of a recreational vehicle was expanded to include vehicles designed for, used for, or capable of use for sport, amusement, or recreation, whether or not eligible to be licensed for use on streets and highways. This includes but is not limited to: campers, pick-up campers, tent trailers, motor homes, boats, trailers, snowmobiles, motorbikes, motorcycles, go-karts, all-terrain vehicles, fish houses, and personal watercraft.In addition, language related to seasonal recreational vehicle use was removed since many recreational vehicles are used year-round. No changes were made regarding the number of recreational vehicles allowed at a property or where they can be parked.
Parking requirements
Here is a summary of the current code:
- Up to three (3) recreational vehicles can be parked or stored in residential areas.
- Recreational vehicles must be immediately operable, currently licensed, and/or registered to the occupant of the premises.
- If parked in the side or rear yard, recreational vehicles cannot be within five (5) feet of the property line unless screened by a 90% opaque fence, and the parking space must be kept free of weeds and mowed regularly.
- Up to two (2) recreational vehicles may be parked on the driveway but cannot obstruct the public sidewalk or protrude into the public right of way.
- Extended outdoor storage of recreational vehicles over 34 feet in length is permitted only by conditional use permit and must be in limited view of the neighbors.
To read the full City Code Title XV, Chapter 152 at cityofsavage.com/government/city-code-and-ordinances.
Who's Listening
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Phone 952-882-2662 Email mitch.johnson@cityofsavage.com
Important Documents
Project Process
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Gather input from residents
Recreational Vehicle Parking and Storage has finished this stageFebruary 16 - March 12, 2023
Residents are encouraged to share their opinions and input by completing the survey and sharing ideas on Let's Talk Savage. -
Analyze data and draft a recommendation.
Recreational Vehicle Parking and Storage has finished this stageMarch 2023
Staff will review all the input and information gathered from residents and publish a report summarizing the data. From this, the staff will draft a recommendation. -
Discussion and review of recommendation.
Recreational Vehicle Parking and Storage has finished this stageApril 20, 2023 - Public Hearing and Planning Commission
Residents are invited to the Public Hearing to present their opinions to the Planning Commission on the possible changes to the ordinance. Also, at this meeting, staff will present the report and draft recommendation to the Planning Commission for discussion, review, and approval.May 8, 2023 - City Council Worksession
Based on input from the Planning Commission, staff will present the report and draft recommendation to City Council for discussion and review. -
City Council Approval
Recreational Vehicle Parking and Storage has finished this stageJanuary 2, 2024 - City Council Meeting
Staff will present the report and final recommendation to City Council for discussion, review, and approval. -
Project Completed
Recreational Vehicle Parking and Storage is currently at this stage