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Motorhome Protest in Tenerife: Demands for Infrastructure © Atlántico Hoy
Law & Regulations ES Spain 1 days ago

Motorhome Protest in Tenerife: Demands for Infrastructure

Motorhome owners held a protest in Tenerife on April 25, demanding legal parking areas and service points. According to the ACAT association, there are 15,000 registered such vehicles in the Canary Islands, but municipalities often install illegal signs prohibiting their parking. Key demands include the establishment of 'ecological points' for dumping wastewater and refilling clean water, of which there are only two on the island.

Source: Atlántico Hoy SPA
Law & Regulations BR Brazil 1 days ago

Motorhome bus parked for weeks on Ubatumirim beach

Residents of Ubatuba report that a bus-based motorhome has been parked on the sand of Ubatumirim beach for over a week. Since September 2025, a municipal law has prohibited the parking and overnight stay of motorhomes and similar vehicles on beaches and other public spaces, with fines of up to R$1000 and possible removal. Authorities have not yet clarified whether this regulation was applied in this case or reported any inspection or fine.

Source: t7news.com.br POR
Law & Regulations GB United Kingdom 4 days ago 2

Kent Field Owner Granted Temporary Permission to Live in Caravan

Sevenoaks District Council issued an enforcement notice to the field owner, ordering the land to be restored. However, under the Human Rights Act and Equality Act, he and his family were temporarily permitted to reside on the site. The owner purchased the field at auction in October for £167,000 and can stay for 56 days until June 2, but is prohibited from further engineering works or connecting to utilities.

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Law & Regulations GB United Kingdom 15.04.2026

Bridge Camera System Explained

Questions have arisen about the effectiveness of ANPR cameras on the Kirkcudbright bridge, which record breaches of weight and width restrictions. The cameras capture all vehicles but automatically detect only the plated weight of a vehicle from the DVLA database, which does not always flag trailers like caravans. Council officials manually sift through the data and pass non-compliant cases to the police, while exploring a system to automatically identify towed caravans.

Source: DNG Online Limited ENG
Munich Court Orders Refund for Defective Motorhome © t-online – München
Law & Regulations DE Germany 2 days ago 3

Munich Court Orders Refund for Defective Motorhome

A Munich court has ordered a rental company to refund 3,400 euros to customers who cut short their trip due to defective sockets in a motorhome. The couple rented the vehicle for 3,600 euros in summer 2023 for a four-week journey but had to return it after the first night as the 12-volt sockets were not working, preventing the charging of a medical device.

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Law & Regulations DE Germany 15.04.2026 2

New Driving License Rules for Motorhomes

The EU has approved a directive allowing drivers with a category B license to operate motorhomes up to 4.25 tonnes after additional training or a test. The proposal also permits towing a trailer if the total weight of the combination does not exceed 5 tonnes. Sweden has not yet decided how to implement these rules, which must be applied by November 26, 2029.

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Fine of up to 40,000 euros for parking a motorhome in a prohibited area in the Balearic Islands © Telecinco
Law & Regulations ES Spain 15.04.2026 2

Fine of up to 40,000 euros for parking a motorhome in a prohibited area in the Balearic Islands

Ibiza authorities have tightened rules for motorhomes since 2024, prohibiting long-term parking and overnight stays in rural areas. The fine for entering without a permit during high season can reach 10,000 euros, and for parking in a prohibited zone — from 10,001 to 30,000 euros. In summer 2025, a motorhome was fined for both violations, which could total 40,000 euros. Legal stay requires prior booking at an official campsite.

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Campervan stay limit at Findhorn increased © Northern Scot
Law & Regulations GB United Kingdom 14.04.2026

Campervan stay limit at Findhorn increased

Council planners have approved an increase in the stay limit for motorhomes at Findhorn's West Beach Car Park from three to five nights. The facility, opened in May 2021, caters for up to 21 vehicles at a cost of £17 per night, including water disposal and refills. The change aims to enhance the area's tourism offer and prevent unauthorized parking of caravans on public roads.

Source: Northern Scot ENG
Road Toll in the Netherlands from 2026: What Motorhome Owners Need to Know © CamperStyle.de
Law & Regulations NL Netherlands 14.04.2026

Road Toll in the Netherlands from 2026: What Motorhome Owners Need to Know

A kilometer-based truck toll will be introduced in the Netherlands on July 1, 2026. Motorhomes registered as M1 category vehicles are exempt from this toll, but owners of vehicles over 3.5 tons are advised to pre-register on vrachtwagenheffing.nl/de to avoid erroneous fines. Separately, since the end of 2024, a toll on the A24 (Blankenburgverbinding) near Rotterdam applies to all vehicles, including motorhomes, with payment required within 72 hours.

Source: CamperStyle.de DEU
Tiny Home or RV? Okanagan Falls Couple Awaits Permit Decision © castanet.net
Law & Regulations CA Canada 14.04.2026 2

Tiny Home or RV? Okanagan Falls Couple Awaits Permit Decision

The Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen has classified the couple's dwelling as an "RV," which under local bylaws prohibits year-round occupancy. The couple disputes this, stating their 400-square-foot home built by Summit Tiny Homes is designed for permanent, full-time living. District staff recommend denying the temporary use permit, citing safety standards and wastewater disposal concerns. The RDOS board will review the options and vote on the matter at its Thursday meeting.

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Town of Elon Discusses Changes to RV Regulations © Elon News Network
Law & Regulations US United States 14.04.2026

Town of Elon Discusses Changes to RV Regulations

The Town of Elon held a community meeting to discuss potential changes to regulations for recreational vehicle storage and parking. Current rules prohibit using RVs as permanent residences and limit driveway parking to seven days per year. The Planning Department proposed moving RV policy from the Land Management Ordinance to the Town Code of Ordinances to facilitate updates. Final policy changes are scheduled for presentation at the Elon Town Council meeting on May 26.

Source: Elon News Network ISL
Battle Ground Eases RV and Trailer Parking Rules © National Today
Law & Regulations US United States 14.04.2026

Battle Ground Eases RV and Trailer Parking Rules

The Battle Ground City Council (Washington) has approved changes to parking rules for recreational vehicles and trailers in residential areas. The new rules, effective May 7, 2026, remove the requirement to park such vehicles behind the front building line of a home but prohibit extending into the public right-of-way or obstructing sight visibility.

Source: National Today HRV

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