Camping Rules Spark Debate in Lancaster | Harrisburg News

Lancaster Township just rolled out a new camping ordinance for private industrial and open land, limiting one person per 500 sq ft, requiring proper bathrooms and sewage, and capping camping season from March to November — sparking backlash from homeless advocates who say it ignores year-round homelessness and just makes removal easier. The Board of Supervisors defends it as a necessary baseline, noting prior camping was technically illegal and open to future tweaks. Meanwhile, a major encampment near North Conestoga Drive — owned by Lancaster City — is set for cleanup this week, with the township ready to help under the new rules, though they’re open to extending the deadline if the city agrees on a new date. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.wgal.com/article/lancaster-township-camping-ordinance-raises-concerns-over-impact-on-homeless/73732410 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/368cc08e6574ac57 Report issues to [email protected].