Recreational vehicles shall mean those vehicles defined as such by Kansas statutes.

(Code 1961, 9-9-1; Code 2023; Ord. 4278; Ord. 4279)

It shall be permissible to park no more than two (2) recreational vehicles on one single-family lot or on one two-family lot provided the following conditions are met:

(a)   The recreational vehicle is parked in a garage on said lot; and if outside, then only in a side yard or the rear yard. Such vehicles shall not be parked in the front yard, except as provided in subsection (f).

(b)   If parked in a side yard or the rear yard, such vehicle shall not be parked closer than seven (7) feet to any property line.

(c)   Any recreational vehicle shall not be connected to a dedicated sewer, water or electrical utility but may be connected to the utility services of the principal residence. No such vehicle shall be used as an on-site dwelling unit for more than fourteen (14) days in any calendar year nor used as an auxiliary structure for storage or any other auxiliary use.

(d)   All recreational vehicles parked or placed within the City, and the surrounding area where parked or placed for storage, shall be maintained with all equipment fully operable and in useable working condition at all times, not leaking any fluids. No tarps or other covers not specifically designed and fitted for recreational vehicle use shall be used. Overall maintenance shall be such that the unit is clean and well-kept so as not to detract from the appearance of the surrounding area or so as not to constitute a nuisance.

(e)   Only recreational vehicles owned by or leased to the resident upon whose property it is parked or placed are allowed; provided, bona fide guests of the resident may park their recreational vehicle on the lot for a period not to exceed fourteen (14) consecutive days so long as such parking is in accord with the provisions hereof.

(f)    Parking of one (1) recreational vehicle in the front driveway of the primary residence is permitted, when it is not practical or possible to park inside a garage or other structure:

(1)   for up to two (2) days to load and for up to two (2) days to unload for a trip; or,

(2)   when there is no reasonable access to the rear yard or a side yard. A lot shall be deemed to have no reasonable access to rear or side yards when such yards are less than ten (10) feet in width; when there is more than ten (10) feet of difference in the elevation of the front and rear yards as measured at the front and rear lot lines; or, when there are large trees (4 inches caliper or more) or large shrubs (6 feet or more in in height) blocking access. Corner lots shall be deemed to have reasonable access to the rear yard. A fence shall not be deemed as preventing reasonable access.

No part of the recreational vehicle shall extend over sidewalks or street right-of-way.

(Code 1961, 9-9-1; Code 2023; Ord. 4278; Ord. 4279)

It shall be unlawful for any person to fail to bring his or her property into compliance upon notice from the City Manager or from any police officer or codes enforcement officer of the City of Garnett. Such property owner or occupant shall have a reasonable time, not less than ten (10) days, to bring his or her property into compliance after receiving written notice to do so. Violation shall be a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not to exceed $500.00 or confinement in jail for a period of up to 30 days. Each day of non-compliance shall be a separate offense.

(Code 1961, 9-9-1; Code 2023; Ord. 4278; Ord. 4279)