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Three lawsuits filed by former members, new owner of Donegal Township RV resort Law & Regulations © TribLIVE.com
US United States

Three lawsuits filed by former members, new owner of Donegal Township RV resort

The owner of the former Roaring Run Resort in Donegal, Pennsylvania, faces three lawsuits: two from former members and one from the company that purchased the property in 2025 for $2.5 million. The members allege Jay Corl misrepresented how their memberships would be handled after the sale, with some seeking an injunction to prevent him from spending the proceeds. The new owner, 194 Tannery LLC, claims the membership agreements were not part of the sale and has since opened the RV park to the public, eliminating the membership model.

Source: TribLIVE.com ENG
Law & Regulations GB United Kingdom

Caravan holidays face 100pc tax under Labour plans

The UK government is considering an overnight visitor levy that could effectively tax caravan and tent holidays at up to 100%. Resort operators Butlins and Haven warn that a flat £2 per person per night charge would disproportionately affect low-cost breaks, increasing some by 66% or more. While a £1,000-a-night five-star hotel stay would incur a 1% tax, a family of five on a £10-a-night pitch could face a levy equal to the full cost of their accommodation.

Source: Yahoo Finance ENG
Turkey tightens rules for building on agricultural land Law & Regulations © Erzurum Günebakış
TR Turkey

Turkey tightens rules for building on agricultural land

Amendments to Law No. 5403 in Turkey have banned unauthorized construction on agricultural land. Containers, prefabricated houses, and wheeled tiny houses now require official permits. On plots under 5,000 sq m, any construction is prohibited; on larger plots, only 5% of the area (max 250 sq m) may be built upon, with a 5 m setback from neighboring boundaries and 10 m from roads. Violations are monitored via satellite and weekly drone surveillance.

Source: Erzurum Günebakış TUR
Canceling a campsite booking one minute after payment does not guarantee a refund Law & Regulations © 발품뉴스
KR South Korea

Canceling a campsite booking one minute after payment does not guarantee a refund

In South Korea, campsites are increasingly refusing to refund deposits even when bookings are canceled immediately after payment. According to the Korea Fair Trade Commission, complaints about campsites rose from 81 in 2024 to 291 in 2025, with 173 related to refund denials. Authorities in North Chungcheong Province plan to inspect 60 campsites and 60 online platforms for compliance and propose a mandatory standard contract for the sector.

Source: 발품뉴스 KOR
Golf and country club gets approval for caravan layout changes Law & Regulations © Tivyside Advertiser
GB United Kingdom

Golf and country club gets approval for caravan layout changes

Ceredigion County Council approved a retrospective application to alter the layout of 36 static caravans and 15 lodges at Penrhos Golf & Country Club in Llanrhystud. The number of units will not increase. Changes include reorienting caravans perpendicular to internal roads, realigning lodges into a linear configuration, and minor encroachment northward. The committee found no unacceptable impacts on landscape, residential amenity, or infrastructure.

Source: Tivyside Advertiser ENG
Latina's motorhome parking project criticized amid beach service failures Law & Regulations © latinaoggi.eu
IT Italy

Latina's motorhome parking project criticized amid beach service failures

M5S group leader Maria Grazia Ciolfi criticized the Latina administration for a motorhome parking area project, calling it unsubstantiated. She stated the document was signed only by the assessor, lacked technical validation and economic feasibility. Ciolfi highlighted unresolved coastal issues: a degraded bike path, absent lifeguards, erosion, and the closed Rio Martino canal. She urged prioritizing basic services before new projects.

Source: latinaoggi.eu ITA
Greece clarifies parking rules for motorhomes and caravans Law & Regulations © HuffPost Greece
GR Greece 5

Greece clarifies parking rules for motorhomes and caravans

The Association of Motorhome and Caravan Professionals of Greece (SEARTEE) published clarifications after the release of police order No. 1246/26/351380, specifying parking under the new Road Traffic Code (Law 5209/2025).

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Deschutes County raises fees for RV parking, housing construction, and marriage licenses Law & Regulations © The Bulletin
US United States

Deschutes County raises fees for RV parking, housing construction, and marriage licenses

The Deschutes County Commission adopted the 2027 fiscal year fee schedule, introducing new charges for long-term RV parking at the Deschutes Expo Center RV Park: $1,500 per month (up to three months) and $295 per week. System development charges for new homes and visitor accommodations increased by $150 to $200, depending on building size.

Source: The Bulletin ENG
Bipartisan Great American Outdoors Act 250 Introduced Law & Regulations © RV PRO
US United States

Bipartisan Great American Outdoors Act 250 Introduced

House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman and Ranking Member Jared Huffman introduced the GAOA 250 bill. It would provide $1.9 billion annually for five years to national parks and public lands. Funding would come from private donations, onshore energy revenue, and new foreign visitor fees. The RV Industry Association backed the bill during Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill.

Source: RV PRO ENG
Tsarevo Municipality Defends Caravan Sites Near Sinemorets Law & Regulations © EraNova.bg - новини от Бургас
BG Bulgaria

Tsarevo Municipality Defends Caravan Sites Near Sinemorets

The administration of the Bulgarian municipality of Tsarevo issued an official position on the case of leasing municipal land for campers, caravans, and tents near Butamyata beach in Sinemorets. Authorities called opposition to camping sites illogical, stating they are the only eco-friendly alternative to coastal overdevelopment. The Burgas District Prosecutor's Office found violations in the transfer of 35 decares of land, including a lack of environmental approvals for Strandzha Nature Park, but the municipality insists the tender procedure was followed and notes that prior approval is the tenant's responsibility.

Source: EraNova.bg - новини от Бургас BUL
Tsarevo Municipality Calls Opposition to Caravans Illogical Law & Regulations © Poligraff.NET
BG Bulgaria

Tsarevo Municipality Calls Opposition to Caravans Illogical

The administration of the Bulgarian municipality of Tsarevo issued a statement in response to a prosecutor's investigation questioning the legality of leasing land for campsites and caravans. Authorities argue that such sites are one of the few real alternatives to overdevelopment along the Black Sea coast. The prosecutor claims some plots do not meet the requirements of the Ministry of Regional Development, but the municipality notes that the decisions were not challenged for five months and were reviewed by the regional administration.

Source: Poligraff.NET BUL
Penwortham caravan park loses appeal against council’s demands for safety improvements Law & Regulations © Blog Preston
GB United Kingdom

Penwortham caravan park loses appeal against council’s demands for safety improvements

Wyldecrest Parks (Management) Ltd lost a tribunal appeal against a compliance notice issued by South Ribble Borough Council in April 2025. The notice cited deep potholes, flooding from inadequate drainage, insufficient lighting, and poor site maintenance. The tribunal ruled the notice valid and enforceable, requiring the owner to address the safety issues.

Source: Blog Preston ENG
Bulgarian Prosecutor Challenges Campsite Rentals at Butamyata Beach Law & Regulations © focus-news.net
BG Bulgaria 4

Bulgarian Prosecutor Challenges Campsite Rentals at Butamyata Beach

The District Prosecutor's Office in Burgas has found violations in the lease of municipal plots near Butamyata Beach in Sinemorets for caravans and campers. The Tsarevo municipality insists on the legality of the decisions; the final ruling is expected in court.

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Iowa Establishes Office of Outdoor Recreation Law & Regulations © RV PRO
US United States

Iowa Establishes Office of Outdoor Recreation

Iowa has become the 25th U.S. state to create a dedicated Office of Outdoor Recreation (OREC). Governor Kim Reynolds signed the executive order on June 8 at Lake Ahquabi State Park. The state's outdoor recreation economy generates $5.9 billion annually and supports nearly 48,000 jobs. The office is expected to boost these figures through public-private partnerships and infrastructure development, including campgrounds and trails.

Source: RV PRO HRV
Law & Regulations NL Netherlands

Boxmeer residents demand stricter rules for parking motorhomes

A conflict has arisen in the Luneven district of Boxmeer (Netherlands) over a motorhome over seven meters long parked on the owner's driveway. A neighbor filed a complaint with the municipality, claiming the vehicle spoils the street view and reduces quality of life. The owner insists on compliance with current regulations, which permit such parking. The municipality of Land van Cuijk found no violations after an inspection, but the complainant is calling for additional restrictions similar to those in other cities.

Source: Omroep Brabant: het laatste nieuws uit Brabant, sport en informatie uit jouw regio. NLD
Regulation and Survival: The Future of Over 25,000 Kiosks and Trailers in the Federal District Law & Regulations © egnews.com.br
BR Brazil

Regulation and Survival: The Future of Over 25,000 Kiosks and Trailers in the Federal District

In Brazil's Federal District, over 25,000 kiosk and trailer operators await the implementation of Complementary Law 1056/2025, aimed at providing legal stability. The SINTS union secured an extension of concession terms to up to 30 years but fears that new bidding processes will push out small entrepreneurs in favor of larger players. About 80% of the sector is in debt due to retroactive fees, and the union is pushing for debt forgiveness until the law takes effect.

Source: egnews.com.br POR

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