Battle Ground study session on RV storage spotlights fire marshal concerns over eliminated setbacks

May 19, 2026

Council held a study session May 18 to review the recently adopted RV/trailer storage ordinance after the District 3 fire marshal warned removing setbacks raises the risk of fire spread and can limit firefighter access. Council directed staff to gather more data and involve fire and building officials in future code drafting.

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Deputy Mayor Vale opened a study session May 18 led by Deputy City Manager Rob Ferrier to review Ordinance 2026-04, the city’s new rules on storage of trailers and recreational vehicles in residential areas. The session followed a request from council members for further review after a letter from Fire District 3.

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