PORTLAND, Ore. — Homeless people living in RVs on Portland streets now face hefty fines if their vehicles are towed away for contravening city bylaws.

“Occupied vehicles line North Union Court in city-owned Delta Park … dozens of decaying RVs, cars and campers lined the road.”

Willamette Week

The previous concession of waiving towing fees for illegally parked RVs used as a primary residence has been scrapped, Laura Rude, a city spokesperson, confirmed.

Tow fees for illegally parked vehicles within the city limits range from $250 to $350, depending on the vehicle.

Portland’s RV and vehicle-dwelling population is a significant part of the broader homeless crisis. TIDINGS DATA SNAPSHOT

Homelessness & Vehicle-Dwelling in Portland at a Glance

≈ 20 % Unsheltered individuals living in v

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