Santa Clarita RV & Boat Parking Rules (2026): What You Need to Know

The City of Santa Clarita defines an oversized vehicle as any motor vehicle, recreational or otherwise, that meets or exceeds at least two of the following three metrics: 23 feet in length, 8 feet in height, or 7 feet in width. This definition was established by the city's 2001 ordinance and covers most RVs, motorhomes, large trailers, and boats on trailers.

Oversized vehicles cannot be parked on public streets for more than 48 hours unless the owner obtains an Oversized Vehicle Parking Permit from the city. These permits are valid for a maximum of 72 consecutive weekday hours and are intended for temporary situations such as loading, unloading, and trip preparation. No person or designated oversized vehicle may be issued more than three permits within any 90-calendar-day period. Vehicles with valid DMV-issued disabled person license plates are exempt from the oversized vehicle restrictions.

The city contracts with a private company for around-the-clock, 365-day-a-year parking enforcement and actively monitors compliance. Residents can file oversized vehicle complaints through the city's Resident Service Center or online complaint form. The city received 783 oversized vehicle complaints in 2022, averaging over two per day, reflecting the community's concern about this issue. The city has been updating its enforcement approach to more effectively address violations, including changing the rule that previously allowed owners to move vehicles just a few inches to reset the clock.