RVs, boats and trailers at home in Alexandria, VA
Trailers are banned except one inside an enclosed garage. One unoccupied RV up to 25 ft (R-8, R-12, R-20) or 20 ft (other residential zones) may park behind the front building line.
A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Alexandria before you build.
The details
- Any number of RVs may be kept inside an approved enclosed garage or storage building.High confidence
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Common questions
- Can I park an RV, boat or trailer at my house in Alexandria?
- Trailers are banned except one inside an enclosed garage. One unoccupied RV up to 25 ft (R-8, R-12, R-20) or 20 ft (other residential zones) may park behind the front building line.
Sources
- City of Alexandria Zoning Ordinance §§ 7-1101 and 7-1102, trailers and recreational vehicles. Checked 2026-10-21
The parking of a trailer in any zone is hereby prohibited [except] One trailer may be parked or stored in a lawful, enclosed garage... The total length of any such recreational vehicle shall not exceed 25 feet in the R-8, R-12 and R-20 residential zones and…
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