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Recreational Vehicle Parking FAQ's


How can I request a permit?
What is needed to request a permit in person?
  • a. Valid ID
  • b. Proof of residency (i.e. water bill, utility bill)
    • i. Name and address on proof of residency must match the resident’s ID
  • c. Email address
Is there a cost for requesting a permit?
  • No. Permits are free.
How many permits can I request per year?
  • a. 12 non-consecutive loading and unloading permits (One (1) request allows for 72 hours before and 72 hours after travel)
  • b. Six (6) non-consecutive weekly permits
Can I request a permit for the same day that I need it?
  • Yes
What if I only need to park my recreational vehicle on the street for a few hours?
  • a. Any time a recreational vehicle is parked on the street, it will require a permit. Vehicles without permits, regardless of how long the vehicle will be on the street, are subject to being cited.
Can I request loading and unloading permits at the same time?
  • a. Yes. The automated online permitting system allows for residents to request both loading and unloading permits simultaneously. If you do not have a set return date, the unloading permit can be requested at a later date by editing the previous request.
Will my permit exempt me from street sweeping?
  • a. No. All vehicles will still need to be moved on street sweeping days. Vehicles that are not moved will be cited.
How much is the citation for parking a recreational vehicle on the street without a permit?
  • a. 1st violation: $108
  • b. 2nd violation within one year: $208
  • c. 3rd and each subsequent violation within one year: $508
Do I need to display a physical permit or paper in my windshield once I've requested a permit?
  • a. No. Permits will be recorded in the automated system and can be verified via the vehicle license plate number.
Can I park more than one recreational vehicle in front of my property at once?
  • a. No. The recreational vehicle permit only allows for one recreational vehicle to be parked in front of a given residence at any given time.
When will the City begin enforcing this new ordinance?
  • November 1, 2017
Define recreational vehicle.
  • a. A recreational vehicle is defined as a vehicle utilized for shelter of persons or goods for the purposes of leisure-time activities, including a motor home, travel trailer, truck camper, camping trailer, boat, or off-road vehicle.
Is there a way for me to view active permits in my area?
  • a. Yes. Visit Permits to view a list of all active permits.
Where/How can I report a non-permitted RV?
  • a. To report non-permitted RVs to the City, residents may call the Garden Grove Police Department's non-emergency number at (714) 741-5704. We ask that residents please check the active permit list prior to contacting the Garden Grove Police Department.