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Californians move into RVs amid housing crisis, while Sunnyvale delays aid

27.02.2026 20:15 1 min 1 source
California Post HRV
Californians move into RVs amid housing crisis, while Sunnyvale delays aid
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In California's expensive San Francisco Bay Area, a growing number of residents are moving into RVs and trailers to save on rent. For example, two brothers save $2,000 a month by moving from a $2,500 apartment into a trailer. At the same time, an illegal market for renting vehicles for living is emerging in the region.

Slow response from authorities

Sunnyvale authorities approved a plan to combat homelessness among RV dwellers, including temporary housing, vehicle buybacks, and designated parking lots. However, specific implementation timelines have not been set. Some council members expressed doubts about the plan's effectiveness due to a potential influx of homeless from other cities and a lack of funding.

As of January 2025, Santa Clara County had 10,711 homeless people, 421 of them in Sunnyvale.

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