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Spokane Valley council adopts ordinance limiting private camping with narrow exceptions
Summary
On Feb. 4, 2025, the Spokane Valley City Council voted 6–1 to adopt Ordinance No. 20418, amending municipal code sections that regulate camping on private property while retaining specific exceptions for established campgrounds, RV temporary-use permits and camping on occupied residential property.
The Spokane Valley City Council on Feb. 4 adopted Ordinance No. 20418, a change to city code that narrows where private camping is allowed on private property. The ordinance passed 6–1.
City staff said the ordinance prohibits most private camping on private property while preserving exceptions for established campgrounds and RV parks, recreational vehicles using a temporary city permit and camping on private property when a legally established residence is present and an owner, lessee or tenant is physically present and gives permission.
"This would prohibit private camping on private property, with a few exceptions," said Kelly Concrete, a city staff member who…
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