SF Mayor Proposes RV Permit System and Housing Plan

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has proposed legislation to limit RV parking on city streets to two hours at any time, with a $13 million investment over two years aimed at moving RV residents into permanent or interim housing. The plan funds housing subsidies, outreach, a vehicle buyback program, and expanded enforcement. Over 430 RVs are currently used as homes, and the number of people living in vehicles has increased by 37% since 2022. The proposal introduces a short-term permit for RV dwellers who actively engage with city services. Critics argue the policy could further displace vulnerable residents, but the city maintains it balances compassion with accountability. Implementation would begin in high-impact areas, with large vehicles lacking a permit subject to citation or towing.