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Title 17 — ZONING[1]

§ 17.42

Blythe Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-08 · Blythe

17.42.040 - Minimum standards compliance.

Recreational vehicle parks approved pursuant to the provisions of this title shall comply with the minimum standards set out in this chapter, except where the city council finds that the size, shape or location of the land, topographic conditions or other factors make strict compliance therewith impractical.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.050 - Area—Density.

Each parcel of land used for a recreational vehicle park shall have a minimum of three acres.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.055 - Dimensions, separations and setbacks.

A.

Width: each recreational vehicle space shall have a minimum width of twenty-five feet.

B.

Depth: each recreational vehicle space shall have a minimum depth of forty feet; provided, however, that any space within the park which is to accommodate an RV unit greater than thirty-two feet in length, the minimum space depth shall be increased to forty-eight feet.

C.

Separation: the minimum spacings between any two recreational vehicles shall be ten feet. The minimum spacing between any two buildings or covered structures shall be ten feet.

D.

Setback: the minimum setback for the recreational vehicle unit space to the edge of any private street shall be five feet.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.060 - Height regulations.

No principal building shall exceed two stories in height and no accessory building shall exceed fifteen feet in height.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.070 - Streets.

Park roadways shall have a minimum width of twenty-four feet between curbs. The entrance street shall be paved with asphaltic concrete or equivalent and landscaped. The interior streets shall be of dust-free material as approved by the city. The radii of curves shall be as per adopted city standards. Curbs may be of a flat or rolled design or other design approved by the planning director as appropriate for recreational vehicle parks.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.080 - Off-street parking.

One parking space shall be provided for each recreational vehicle space. Parking spaces shall be paved or shall be constructed of treated gravel edged with two inch by six inch redwood.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.090 - Illumination.

Adequate lighting shall be provided for all park roadways, walks and service facilities.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.100 - Storm drainage.

Proper surface storm drainage will be provided and the drainage plan will be approved by the planning director and city engineer.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.110 - Recreational areas.

In addition to the space devoted to individual recreation on individual spaces, there shall be provided a developed area, or areas, devoted to recreational and service purposes consisting of at least ten percent of the gross park area, and will be provided and maintained by the park operator. Swimming pools are encouraged.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.120 - Utilities—Fire hydrants.

Electricity, city water and city sewer shall be provided for at least fifty percent of the recreational spaces. Partial or limited utilities may be provided in some spaces. No aboveground utility lines shall be permitted. Water mains and fire hydrants and necessary easements shall be built to city standards and dedicated to the city. Sewer facilities shall be owned and maintained by the park owner. Approved fire hydrants shall be located per adopted city standards.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.130 - Sanitary facilities.

Sanitary facilities including showers shall be provided. These shall conform to state and county health regulations.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.140 - Dump stations.

Sanitary dump stations designed to receive the discharge of sewage holding tanks of self-contained vehicles shall be installed in an accessible location in every recreation vehicle park. Sanitary dump stations shall be designed and constructed as required by provisions of the California Administrative Code.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.150 - Landscaping and screening.

Recreational vehicle parks shall be screened from surrounding areas by the use of fences, walls or landscaping or the combination of same. Each park shall be enclosed by fence or wall. Each park shall have a landscaping plan which shall be approved by the planning director.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

17.42.160 - Conformance of spaces rented, leased or sold.

No recreation vehicle space may be rented, leased or sold for transient occupancy unless such space is within a recreational vehicle park or campground approved in accordance with this chapter. There shall be no permanent occupancy of recreational vehicle parks or campgrounds except for one residence for

operator/employee of the park. Such residence may be a manufactured housing unit located according to adopted codes of the city.

(Ord. 638 § 14 (part), 1988)

Chapter 17.44 - MOBILE HOMES AND OFFICE UNITS

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  1. ▸ Title 17 — ZONING[1]
    Overview
    1. § 17.02
    2. § 17.04
    3. § 17.06
    4. § 17.08
    5. § 17.10
    6. § 17.12
    7. § 17.14
    8. § 17.16
    9. § 17.18
    10. § 17.20
    11. § 17.22
    12. § 17.23
    13. § 17.24
    14. § 17.26
    15. § 17.27
    16. § 17.28
    17. § 17.29
    18. § 17.30
    19. § 17.32
    20. § 17.33
    21. § 17.34
    22. § 17.36
    23. § 17.38
    24. § 17.40
    25. § 17.42
    26. § 17.44
    27. § 17.46
    28. § 17.47
    29. § 17.49
    30. § 17.50
    31. § 17.52
    32. § 17.54
    33. § 17.56
    34. § 17.57
    35. Chapter 17.58 — GARAGE AND YARD SALES

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