Camping may occur if…
- The camp is no larger than 12 feet x 12 feet and is moved at least one block or 600 feet every 24 hours.
- There are not more than three sites established in one location and the group is at least 150 feet from any other campsite.
- Campsites and groups do not violate any other time, place, and manner regulations as described in the Camping Code or the Camping Code Quick Reference.
Camping is prohibited…
- Within 1,000 feet of any permitted shelter.
- In Waterway Overlay or residential zones.
- In City buildings, parking garages, parking lots, or on City property where property is used for utility facilities.
- In City rights-of-way where the City Manager determines it is unsafe.
- If at least a six-foot passageway for pedestrians cannot be maintained on the sidewalk.
- The campsite blocks a driveway or access to any building.
If time restrictions are violated…
The City will post a 72-hour notice of removal if a camp has been in place for 24 hours or longer. If the site has not been moved within 72 hours, the City, with some limited exceptions, will remove the camp.
After removal, the City may close an area to camping for up to 14 days for environmental restoration or remediation of contamination by hazardous materials or other dangers to human life or safety.
If place and/or manner restrictions are violated…
The City will first attempt to achieve compliance by providing referrals to services, telling the individual(s) what the violation is, and giving an opportunity to fix the violation, except in cases of emergencies or criminal activities.
For a campsite that has been in place for 24-hours or more, the City may issue a 72-hour notice of removal, except in cases of criminal activities or emergencies where a 72-hour notice is not required. The City may also issue a notice of removal of personal property that is in violation of the code. The code also allows for citations for noncompliance.
