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Legality of living in an RV: differences between Florida and Texas

01.05.2026 05:02 1 min 2 sources
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Legality of living in an RV: differences between Florida and Texas
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Florida has no state law directly prohibiting living in an RV. However, local county and city ordinances impose significant restrictions. Most counties only allow temporary use; exceptions include Alachua, Calhoun, and Dixie, where permanent residence is possible under special conditions. Homeowners associations (HOAs) may further restrict visible RV placement. Overnight parking in public places is only allowed for a short period — from a few hours to 14 days depending on location.

Texas

Texas has no single law permitting permanent RV living on private property. Permission depends on local rules: for example, it is prohibited in San Antonio, but temporarily allowed in unincorporated areas of Bexar County with building permits.

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