The following words and terms when used in this chapter shall have the meanings herein ascribed to them unless the content makes such meaning repugnant thereto.
CAMP CAR and/or TRAILER. Any unit used for living or sleeping purposes and which is equipped with wheels or similar devices used for the purpose of transporting it from place to place, whether by motive power or other means; and the unit, so equipped, shall be capable of being safely operated at a speed limit of 45 mph.
CAMP GROUND. Any place, area or tract of land upon which is located any camp car and/or trailer, used for residential purposes.
IMMOBILE UNIT. Any vehicle that is incapable of such safe operation is hereby declared to be a dwelling, as defined in the state’s Housing Act.
TENT SPACE. Any place, area of tract of land upon which is located any tent used for living or sleeping purposes.
(1995 Code, § 5.12.010)
Statutory reference:
State Housing Act, see Cal. Health and Safety Code §§ 15000 et seq.