No changes for RV dwellers in Nanaimo as housing strategy is developed

The Regional District of Nanaimo is re-examining rules for full-time RV dwelling. Authorities have introduced interim three-year permits costing $800, acknowledging the affordable housing shortage. An estimated thousands of people in rural B.C. live in RVs, often on private properties or in informal parks.

A fire destroyed a travel trailer at an RV park in Aldergrove. The incident occurred on the afternoon of March 4, with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation; a neighbor moved a vehicle from the scene before firefighters arrived.

Canadian motorhome builder Leisure Travel Vans is basing its strategy on two model lines: Unity and Wonder. For 2026, new variants include the Unity TBX and TB4X on an all-wheel-drive chassis, featuring larger tanks, lithium batteries, and off-grid enhancements.

A retiree has filed a lawsuit in the British Columbia Supreme Court against a motorhome manufacturer. He alleges that his 2023 Newmar New Aire motorhome has multiple defects that were not addressed after complaints. Court hearings are scheduled for June 2025.

The municipally owned Riverside RV Park & Campground in Enderby, BC, is accepting reservations for 2026. The park operates year-round, with all revenue directed back into the community. It provides river access, proximity to a rail trail under construction, and is adjacent to local ball diamonds.

A North Vancouver resident has filed a lawsuit against the city, demanding the removal of a concrete barrier installed to prevent parking of his 35-foot motorhome on his own property. The dispute has lasted three years due to differing interpretations of local bylaws, and the owner is also seeking $3,000 in removal costs.