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San Francisco's large-vehicle parking ban sweeps in housed van owners

As of September 2026: Van towed twice in August 2026; facing $1,600+ in costs

San Francisco's two-hour parking limit on large vehicles, built to clear RVs used as homes, is towing people who never slept in them. Kyle Richards' camper van was towed twice in August, costing him more than $1,600. City complaint records show at least 28 housed vehicle owners told officials they were hit by the rule between November 2025 and July 2026.

Updated Sep 30