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Calgary City Council rejects proposal to increase RV parking time limits during camping season

In a surprising turn of events, a Calgary city council committee rejected a proposal to remove time limits for RV parking on frontage roads during the outdoor camping season. Current law allows parking for 36 hours at a time throughout the year.

Proposed changes: freedom and accessibility

The proposal, which aims to remove the restriction from mid-May to mid-September, would have allowed 24-7 parking as long as the vehicle is at least one meter away from the pavement. The change was supported by council members Gian-Carlo Carra, Dan McLean, Jasmine Mian, Courtney Penner and Courtney Walcott, who believed it would offer flexibility and affordability for the city's 20% RV owners.

Debate: Conflict and Demand for the Constitution

Despite the potential benefits, concerns have been raised about potential neighborhood conflicts and a lack of voter demand for these changes. The city receives about 300 complaints about RV parking each year, and with the current complaint-driven court ruling, some council members fear removing the time limit will exacerbate tensions.

Result: failed committee item

Ultimately, the proposal did not gain enough support and the existing law was repealed. However, Councilwoman Jasmine Mian made a motion to send the discussion to the City Council as a failed committee item, giving the council the final say on the matter.

As the debate continues, Calgarians are wondering how the decision will affect their favorite outdoor activities and the future of RV parking in their city. Will the council reconsider the proposal or will the existing law remain unchanged? Only time will tell.

Keywords: Calgary, City Council, RV Parking, Time Limits, Open Camping Season, Neighborhood Disputes, Availability, Basic Demand

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