Earlier editions: 2026-09
Chapter XXIII — PARKS, RECREATION AREAS AND PUBLIC PROPERTY
Alameda Municipal Code § 23-7 Prohibitions of Camping in City Parks
Alameda Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Alameda
Cite as: Alameda Municipal Code § 23-7 · Text as of 2026-10-04
23-7.1 - Definitions.¶
As used in this section:
Camp means to pitch or occupy camp facilities; to use camp paraphernalia.
Camp facilities include, but are not limited to, tents, huts or temporary shelters.
Camp paraphernalia includes, but is not limited to, tarpaulins, cots, beds, sleeping bags, hammocks or non-city designated cooking facilities and similar equipment.
Park means the same as defined in section 1-2 of this Code.
Store means to put aside or accumulate for use when needed, to put for safekeeping, to place or leave in a location.
Street means the same as defined in section 1-2 of this Code.
(Ord. No. 2716 N.S. § 1)
23-7.2 - Unlawful Camping.¶
It shall be unlawful for any person to camp, occupy camp facilities or use camp paraphernalia in the following areas, except as otherwise provided:
a. Any park;
b. Any street; and
c. Any public parking lot or public area, improved or unimproved.
(Ord. No. 2716 N.S. § 1)
23-7.3 - Storage of Personal Property in Public Places.¶
It shall be unlawful for any person to store personal property, including camp facilities and camp paraphernalia, in the following areas, except as otherwise provided by resolution of the City Council:
a. Any park;
b. Any street; and
c. Any public parking lot or public area, improved or unimproved.
(Ord. No. 2716 N.S. § 1)
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