Council discusses tougher RV/camper rules, enforcement limits and possible zoning changes
Planning Director Tracy Taylor and Health Officer Matthew McConaughey briefed the council on enforcement challenges and potential regulatory changes for residential campers/RVs. Staff said local code limits occupancy to seven days in a 90-day period, COMAR limits camping vehicles to 30 days, and since 2022 the county removed 36 campers from 14 properties; staff recommended either a text amendment or inclusion in a comprehensive rezoning update, with a draft possible in 30–60 days but enforcement requiring more staff.
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Wicomico County’s planning and health staff used a July 7 work session to lay out the legal, operational and public-health complications of occupied campers and recreational vehicles (RVs) on private property.
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