County adopts rules allowing RVs in mobile‑home parks, with safeguards

Feb 12, 2026

Manatee County approved Land Development Code amendments to allow road‑worthy RVs in established mobile‑home parks as a housing option; commissioners said the ordinance will be monitored and revised if needed and emphasized it is an opt‑in approach for park operators.

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The Manatee County Board on Feb. 12 adopted land‑development code amendments to allow road‑worthy recreational vehicles as temporary residences in established mobile‑home parks, saying the change aims to provide an additional, short‑term housing tool for residents who lose or cannot repair housing after storms.

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