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Living in an RV: Delaware and Colorado laws compared

17.07.2026 01:15 1 min 2 sources

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Living in an RV: Delaware and Colorado laws compared — Original source: Delaware News Journal

In Brief

In the US, laws on living in an RV vary by state. Delaware mostly prohibits it, while Colorado allows it with local restrictions.

Delaware

In Delaware, living in an RV on a permanent basis is prohibited in most cases. The state has no uniform law, but county codes restrict the use of RVs as permanent residences. In New Castle County, RVs are considered temporary housing and cannot be connected to utilities in residential zones. In Kent County, an RV is not considered a dwelling unit except for temporary emergency use. In Sussex County, using a camper or RV as living space is expressly prohibited.

Colorado

Colorado state law allows year-round RV living, but local zoning limits parking durations. In Denver, for example, you can stay on private land no more than 28 days per year, and street parking is limited to 72 hours. In state parks, you may stay 14 days in a 28-day period; in national parks, 14 days per month with a mandatory move of 25 miles. Overnight stays at roadside rest areas are technically prohibited, but police usually allow drivers to rest.

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