CODE COMPLIANCE: Can I live in a camper trailer, “tiny home” on a vehicle chassis, or RV in Port Townsend?

RVs and camper trailers are not permitted as dwelling units in Port Townsend.   A THOW is permitted as an accessory dwelling unit; however, you must apply for and receive permits from the City before bringing the unit on site, the unit and site must meet specific code requirements, and the unit must have a blue or gold insignia from the Washington Department of Labor and Industries.  Please see our THOW ADU handouts for detailed information: https://cityofpt.us/planning-community-development/page/forms-documents.  THOWs that do not meet code requirements are prohibited.