{"id":10037,"date":"2023-07-31T21:36:02","date_gmt":"2023-08-01T04:36:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog2.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=10037"},"modified":"2024-05-08T13:56:04","modified_gmt":"2024-05-08T20:56:04","slug":"where-to-store-rv-when-not-in-use","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/where-to-store-rv-when-not-in-use\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Should I Store My RV When Not in Use? Your RV Storage Options"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When handed the keys to your very first RV, your dreams of RV ownership become a reality. Days spent mingling with the RV community and nights spent under the stars await you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, when you realize you don’t have anywhere to store your RV in the off-season, reality may hit you harder than you anticipated. Along with camper-side picnics come the responsibilities of RV ownership, namely the responsibility of safely storing your motorhome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When shopping for your RV, you likely found yourself distracted with other pressing questions, such as “How long is the RV bumper to bumper?”<\/em>; “What kind of storage does this model have?<\/em>“; “Is it gas or diesel?<\/em>“; or “Is there a hot water heater?”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a first-time RV owner buzzing with excitement, the question, “Where should I store my RV when not in use?”<\/em> may have never even crossed your mind. But fear not! Finding RV storage for the winter months is but a few simple steps away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this quick guide to RV storage on hand, you can spend less time ruminating on where to store your RV for the winter and more time cruising through Zion National Park or any of these other top-rated RV destinations across the United States<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choosing the Right RV Storage Option<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don’t put off RV storage another minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first step to making a decision is knowing what RV storage options are out there. From storing your RV on your own property to using self-storage units, to opting for full-service RV storage facilities, there’s no shortage of options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Option #1: Personal RV Storage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Storing your RV on your own property might seem like the most convenient and cost-effective solution. However, before you park your RV in your driveway or backyard, it’s essential to check your city\/county’s local regulations and space restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your city, county, or your homeowner’s association (HOA), may prohibit RV street parking and\/or the storage of RVs on your personal property, like your driveway.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While storing on your property may save you money, it’s crucial to ensure that your RV is secure and complies with local regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your city, county, and HOA (if applicable) permit on-property RV parking, consider investing in a carport or camper cover to safeguard your RV from weather damage. You can even consider building a custom RV storage structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Option #2: Building a Custom Storage Structure<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Building a custom storage structure, such as a carport or garage, can provide a secure and convenient storage solution tailored to your needs. If you own enough land and have the financial means to do so, custom storage structures offer numerous advantages, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n