{"id":10364,"date":"2023-09-11T17:36:12","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T00:36:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog2.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=10364"},"modified":"2024-01-29T15:50:59","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T22:50:59","slug":"rv-laws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/rv-laws\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding U.S. RV Laws in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The open road beckons as you prepare to embark on your first road trip in the new RV. But before you hit the highway, you&rsquo;ve got to know the rules of the road. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Navigating state and local regulations can be daunting, but fear not, this guide is your jumping-off point for learning all the essential information you need to avoid any potential pitfalls while on your travels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From licensing and registration requirements to towing regulations and campground rules, let&rsquo;s walk through the ins and outs of<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.campingworld.com\/learn-to-rv\/rv-rules-regulations-and-road-restrictions\/\" target=\"_blank\"> RV laws<\/a> in 2023 &mdash; starting with how to navigate local and state laws for recreational vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-navigate-local-and-state-laws-for-rvs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Navigate Local and State Laws for RVs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"                                                 Police cruiser enforcing road restrictions via Pixabay\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/slWdSjMtHk5dZOOBgAAP-4kpIvnExaJcU68UpiH-09l6GUTKJBo9V1E4Yn9BXyIIdJzuYAfhfZFahbIYvBt7amwYemNK24Nyq1if660_859jHMWyAh5xOQkcm4W9Ts_zoWGszRyz1uCjxkuCf3LYWsA\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, the go-to resource for up-to-date laws, rules, and regulations is everyone&rsquo;s most joyful place on earth: <strong>the <\/strong><strong><em>DMV<\/em><\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Luckily, you don&rsquo;t need to go in. You can find most of the information you need online through your local DMV&rsquo;s website.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some rules and information you need to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is the <strong>maximum combined length, width, and height <\/strong>of RV that&rsquo;s allowed?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are your <strong>state&rsquo;s license and registration <\/strong>requirements?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where can I <strong>park my RV, <\/strong>and for how long?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do I need to <strong>store my RV <\/strong>when I&rsquo;m not using it?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What <strong>safety equipment<\/strong> is required?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you travel from state to state, various RV rules and regulations may affect your experience. From state-specific driving rules to local parking and storage regulations, staying up to date on these laws will help you navigate the country safely and legally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <div class=\"variant\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/rv-storage-near-me\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.2'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n\t\t  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n\t\t    <header>\r\n\t\t      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-rv-storage\">How Neighbor is changing RV storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t    <\/header>\r\n\t\t    <section>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Renters save 30-50% on RV storage, on average. No rate hikes.<\/p>\r\n\t\t      <\/div>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"70\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 70 50\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M36.5625 4.6875C34.8366 4.6875 33.4375 6.08661 33.4375 7.8125V10.9375H8.4375C6.71161 10.9375 5.3125 12.3366 5.3125 14.0625V37.5C5.3125 39.2259 6.71161 40.625 8.4375 40.625H13.6513C14.529 42.4726 16.4122 43.75 18.5938 43.75C20.7753 43.75 22.6585 42.4726 23.5362 40.625H51.1513C52.029 42.4726 53.9122 43.75 56.0938 43.75C58.306 43.75 60.2114 42.4364 61.0727 40.5467C61.2267 40.5975 61.3914 40.625 61.5625 40.625H63.125C64.8509 40.625 66.25 39.2259 66.25 37.5V29.6875C66.25 29.4242 66.1835 29.1652 66.0566 28.9345L60.5078 18.8458L57.9358 12.8334C57.4439 11.6834 56.3135 10.9375 55.0627 10.9375H49.0625V7.8125C49.0625 6.08661 47.6634 4.6875 45.9375 4.6875H36.5625ZM45.9375 10.9375V7.8125H36.5625V10.9375H45.9375ZM8.4375 14.0625V18.75H20.9375C22.6634 18.75 24.0625 20.1491 24.0625 21.875V28.125C24.0625 29.8509 22.6634 31.25 20.9375 31.25H8.4375V37.5H13.1804C13.5595 34.8498 15.8387 32.8125 18.5938 32.8125C21.3488 32.8125 23.628 34.8498 24.0071 37.5H30.3125V20.3125C30.3125 19.4496 31.0121 18.75 31.875 18.75H38.125C38.9879 18.75 39.6875 19.4496 39.6875 20.3125V37.5H50.6804C51.0595 34.8498 53.3387 32.8125 56.0938 32.8125C58.8491 32.8125 61.1286 34.8503 61.5073 37.501C61.512 37.5008 61.5168 37.5006 61.5216 37.5005C61.5352 37.5002 61.5488 37.5 61.5625 37.5H63.125V31.25H49.0625C47.3366 31.25 45.9375 29.8509 45.9375 28.125V21.875C45.9375 20.1491 47.3366 18.75 49.0625 18.75H57.0679L55.0627 14.0625H8.4375ZM13.125 28.125H8.4375V21.875H13.125V28.125ZM58.6074 21.875L62.0449 28.125H55.3125V21.875H58.6074ZM52.1875 21.875H49.0625V28.125H52.1875V21.875ZM16.25 28.125V21.875H20.9375V28.125H16.25ZM33.4375 37.5H36.5625V21.875H33.4375V37.5ZM16.25 38.2812C16.25 36.9868 17.2993 35.9375 18.5938 35.9375C19.8882 35.9375 20.9375 36.9868 20.9375 38.2812C20.9375 39.5757 19.8882 40.625 18.5938 40.625C17.2993 40.625 16.25 39.5757 16.25 38.2812ZM53.75 38.2812C53.75 36.9868 54.7993 35.9375 56.0938 35.9375C57.3882 35.9375 58.4375 36.9868 58.4375 38.2812C58.4375 39.5757 57.3882 40.625 56.0938 40.625C54.7993 40.625 53.75 39.5757 53.75 38.2812Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"keep-your-rv-nearby\">Keep your RV nearby<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Find secure RV storage close to home for easy pickup and return.<\/p>\r\n\t\t      <\/div>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M30 7.5C25.5499 7.5 21.1998 8.8196 17.4997 11.2919C13.7996 13.7643 10.9157 17.2783 9.21272 21.3896C7.50975 25.501 7.06417 30.025 7.93234 34.3895C8.80051 38.7541 10.9434 42.7632 14.0901 45.9099C17.2368 49.0566 21.2459 51.1995 25.6105 52.0677C29.975 52.9358 34.4991 52.4903 38.6104 50.7873C42.7217 49.0843 46.2357 46.2004 48.7081 42.5003C51.1804 38.8002 52.5 34.4501 52.5 30C52.5 24.0326 50.1295 18.3097 45.9099 14.0901C41.6903 9.87053 35.9674 7.5 30 7.5ZM41.5295 26.7545C42.7193 25.5646 42.7193 23.6354 41.5295 22.4455C40.3396 21.2556 38.4104 21.2556 37.2205 22.4455L26.7061 32.96L22.7795 29.0334C21.5896 27.8435 19.6604 27.8435 18.4705 29.0334C17.2807 30.2232 17.2807 32.1524 18.4705 33.3423L24.5516 39.4234C25.123 39.9948 25.898 40.3158 26.7061 40.3158C27.5142 40.3158 28.2891 39.9948 28.8605 39.4234L41.5295 26.7545Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"storage-made-simple\">Storage made simple<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Don't settle for stone age tech and long contracts. Neighbor makes it easy.<\/p>\r\n\t\t      <\/div>\r\n\t\t    <\/section>\r\n\t\t    <footer>\r\n\t\t      <button>Search nearby RV Storage <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t          <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t        <\/svg>\r\n\t\t      <\/button>\r\n\t\t    <\/footer>\r\n\t\t  <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t<\/div>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h3 id=\"state-specific-driving-rules\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>State-Specific Driving Rules<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Driving an RV comes with its own set of challenges and state-specific driving regulations. <strong>Seat belt laws, for example, vary by jurisdiction.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association, passengers in a Class A, B, or C motorhome may be required to remain seated and secured with a seat belt during the ride, depending on the jurisdiction. More on this later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And I know the all-important question burning in every parent&rsquo;s mind: <strong>Can we use the RV toilets while driving?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Good news! <strong>Yes, in most states, you <em>can<\/em>.<\/strong> Although some states require that all passengers be seated while the vehicle is in motion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, some states, like West Virginia, have specific routes for vehicles or trailers that are over 45 feet long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing these specific laws and regulations is key to a safe, enjoyable journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"          Tunneled highways can present a problem for some mobile homes, but not all states have them. Via Pixabay.\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/FSwCTiXnEhw4CyhjHLwnT5e36TrojHhoS9xM1gnKCZxjkKn4CzXY8sXxXA823BOht0YezgbFQSwswPZUYadIILbxVf2P0wRDBYiUb5A_Y-YD2R6t0ijbn22L3_LCwBq-9vNOoQJjB0q7ciaCnK7rQOs\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"local-parking-and-storage-regulations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Local Parking and Storage Regulations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to parking, it&rsquo;s not just the state laws that you need to know, but the local city ordinances and homeowner association rules for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/where-can-i-park-my-rv-long-term\/\">parking your RV<\/a> on your property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find this information, <strong>you can call your local DMV or Code Enforcement to clarify where you can or can&rsquo;t park your RV and for how long.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some locations allow overnight parking. Local ordinances also dictate whether overnight parking or residential parking of RVs is permitted on specific properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Pro Tip<\/em><\/strong>:<em> A good way to stay compliant, keep your RV safe, and prolong its life is to <\/em><strong><em>find covered storage<\/em><\/strong><em> for it. There are many RV storage options to choose from through peer-to-peer storage marketplaces like<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/rv-storage-near-me\"><em> Neighbor<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local laws and county regulations are important, but you also want to <strong>confirm your parking arrangements with campground managers or property owners<\/strong> to verify that their parking setup accommodates your RV&rsquo;s dimensions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"rv-licensing-and-registration-requirements\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>RV Licensing and Registration Requirements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Where do you find information on RV licensing and registration?<\/em> You guessed it: your <strong>local DMV<\/strong>. Requirements vary by state, with some requiring a Commercial (CDL) or Non-Commercial Driver&rsquo;s License for certain RVs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Registration is a simple process as long as you have the Vehicle Identification Number and title to your RV.<\/strong> Many states even allow you to register your RV online now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As for the license type you&rsquo;ll need, don&rsquo;t sweat it! <strong>Most states only require your standard driver&rsquo;s license<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most cases, you won&rsquo;t need to worry about acquiring a special license&mdash;<strong>unless you&rsquo;re operating a larger travel trailer and\/or Class A RV<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"2_in_post\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=RV%20Storage&amp;storing=RV\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'second in post', version: '2.0'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n  <div class=\"second-in-post-cta\">\r\n    <section>\r\n      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n        <h2 id=\"save-up-to-1200-year-on-rv-storage-parking\">Save up to $1,200\/year on RV storage &amp; parking<\/h2>\r\n        <button>Search in your area\r\n          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/a>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h2 id=\"essential-rv-safety-equipment-and-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Essential RV Safety Equipment and Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"            New Hampshire is one state where you can drive legally without a seatbelt in your RV...buckle up anyway.\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/KWDJOtV69l_RDB3z3cF2zhHwiO0zqTCW0g4Uds66bZOeGDQ2Iwte3GnGXk_cyCgmP2wtxdNp9jConeS4nc5ExhvZlAhFigo_bRu2NsIW5kkpzNbf_AEQKeE5O9S8hrceVuSysLds3LRXnPMv8hO-St0\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RV owners like yourself do need to have some specialized safety equipment on hand, such as fire extinguishers, flares, and reflective signs, in case you have to pull over in the event of an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But what about standard safety features, like seat belts? Surprisingly, these are &mdash; <em>sometimes <\/em>&mdash; optional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"seat-belts-and-child-restraints\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Seat Belts and Child Restraints<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seat belt rules for RVs vary by state, but there are two <em>absolutes<\/em>. Everyone state agrees on a few things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>No, <\/em><strong><em>you may not ride in a travel trailer<\/em><\/strong><em> while it&rsquo;s being towed.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Front-seat riders must always <\/em><strong><em>wear a seatbelt.<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>States do have differing opinions about back-seat drivers<\/strong>, however. Usually, there&rsquo;s an age restriction that requires children to buckle up, so that means you need to have seat belts or child restraints in your RV seating areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While you can get up to use the bathroom in most states, it&rsquo;s just smarter to pull over really quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"breakaway-switches-and-safety-chains\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Breakaway Switches and Safety Chains<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The breakaway switch activates the trailer&rsquo;s brakes if it detaches from the tow vehicle, while safety chains are a secondary attachment to prevent the trailer from separating from the tow vehicle if your hitch fails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Breakaway switches and safety chains are required for towing travel trailers<\/strong>, with specific regulations varying by state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These safety chain requirements keep a bad situation from becoming worse and can prevent potential accidents or damage to your RV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"rv-rules-for-overnight-parking-and-campgrounds\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>RV Rules for Overnight Parking and Campgrounds<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"                                                RV rules help you enjoy a great adventure. Via Pixabay\"  class=\" pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/rC4iYnIB8pcf2KX64s6s4PlzSc_Rz5pDX3gmyaCg61MoeOYs-KtLL8VtsXBVDqXlb0URSFBvNXsi4sdDPRK4iANVoSCy238cEOsLQQlcXHs_ye5ug7hjwLD-L7vTxQ7BpRlWg_cvWG1_VqbSSAnqPhs\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you venture into the great outdoors, familiarize yourself with overnight RV parking options. Having a plan keeps you from getting anxious about your next stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Store Parking Lots and Local Ordinances: <\/strong>Living in your<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/what-its-like-live-rv-full-time\/\"> RV full-time<\/a> can feel like an endless search for your next parking spot. Some stores, like Walmart, allow overnight RV parking at locations nationwide. But just because Walmart as a corporation allows it, doesn&rsquo;t mean the <em>city <\/em>allows it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Pro Tip:<\/em><\/strong><em> If you&rsquo;re unsure about whether you can legally park in a store parking lot (but don&rsquo;t want to sift through city ordinances), call and ask the store manager. They&rsquo;ll know what they can and can&rsquo;t allow<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>National Parks, State Parks, and Private Campgrounds: <\/strong>Each park or campground has its own set of rules, so it&rsquo;s important to research each location you plan to visit. <em>(Note that, typically, campgrounds have a helpful list of dos and don&rsquo;ts online or as a part of their check-in process<\/em>). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For all of your long-term parking needs, consider Neighbor&mdash;a storage marketplace offering enclosed and covered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/rv-storage-near-me\/covered\">RV storage options.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"summary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the various RV laws and regulations across the U.S. is a lot of prep work. But <strong>once you&rsquo;ve taken a deep dive into the license requirements, seat belt laws, ordinances, and general RV rules, you&rsquo;ll never have to do it again.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&rsquo;ll need to update your knowledge as laws change. But that&rsquo;s not so bad.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now you&rsquo;ll be cruising down the highway without any fear of the highway patrol. So buckle up and enjoy the ride as you embark on your next great RV adventure!<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The open road beckons as you prepare to embark on your first road trip in the new RV.&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":40,"featured_media":10579,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","csco_appearance_grid":"","csco_page_load_nextpost":"","csco_post_video_location":[],"csco_post_video_location_hash":"","csco_post_video_url":"","csco_post_video_bg_start_time":0,"csco_post_video_bg_end_time":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[182],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10364","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-rv-ownership","cs-entry","cs-video-wrap"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Understanding U.S. RV Laws in 2023 - 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