Other Regional Emergency Housing Information

Chico Temporary Housing Ordinance:

Key Information Points from applicable Section: Section B

Permit issued under ordinance will be for a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years.
Permit will allow manufactured/modular homes, modular structures or recreational vehicles.
Permits may be issued for locations on non-residential zoned parcels or approved for assembly use or other alternate zone deemed appropriate.

Key Information Points from applicable Section: Pages 12-15 of council packet.

Permits the issuance of temporary dwelling permits for self-contained travel trailers, recreational vehicles, tiny homes on wheels or similar structures in any zoning district within city limits.
No more than 4 units shall be placed on parcels larger than one acre.
Only 1 unit shall be placed on parcels less than one acre.
No units shall be placed on city streets or private roadways.
No units shall be larger than 640sqft
Persons occupying may not exceed unit’s maximum occupancy.
No rent shall be charged to occupants.
Must be connected to sewer or have a signed contract with a sanitary pumping company.

Key Information Points from applicable Section: Pages 31-37 of council packet.

Initial Use – Occupancy of a recreational vehicle on any residential lot shall be allowed with temporary city approval or permit.
RVs must have temporary septic capacity and be serviced through routine pumping or dump station use.
RVs must be appropriately connected to approved source of electricity.
Standards for Fire-affected sites:
RV use shall only be permitted on lots with a legally established damaged or destroyed residence.
No RV use shall be allowed on a lot until the site is approved for reconstruction by the city, CalOES or FEMA.