Seattle Mayor Vetoes $10M RV Permit Program

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson vetoed a City Council proposal to create permits for people living in RVs, and the council is scheduled to vote on overriding the veto. The plan would bar unpermitted RVs from overnight street parking and allow towing; permit holders would need to meet eligibility and service-engagement requirements, park in designated areas, and follow rules including a 72-hour limit. Wilson says the program could cost more than $10 million by the end of 2027, create staffing and legal risks, and worsen homelessness; an override would require a two-thirds majority. Sponsor Councilmember Dan Strauss supports the measure, arguing the city needs enforceable rules alongside services. Wilson’s executive order directs expanded outreach and housing-barrier reviews, connections to shelter and services, and support for a planned West Seattle safe lot.