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Richland considers 15‑day cap, seasonal window to prevent year‑round campers
Summary
Board members debated a fixed short‑stay cap (examples: 15 days or three weeks) and proposed a summer season (example ranges included April 15–Nov. 15) to prevent summer‑long or year‑round camper residency on private parcels, with exceptions discussed for builders and snowbirds.
A central point at the June 4 workshop was whether to impose a firm time limit on how long a guest's camper may remain on a private property. Examples discussed included a 15‑day cap or three‑week limit to distinguish vacations from longer seasonal residence.
Opponents noted a strict 15‑day rule could prevent legitimate seasonal stays by snowbirds or relatives caring for household members. The board discussed exemptions for homeowners actively rebuilding or constructing a house—situations where living onsite in a camper for up to two years was mentioned as an existing practice, potentially subject to permitting and progress review.
Board members also discussed defining a seasonal window (proposals included April 15–Nov. 15; alternative end dates such as Sept. 15 were raised) so a clear off‑season could be set to prevent year‑round usage. No final limit or specific exemption language was adopted at the workshop.
