City Cracks Down on Vehicle Living

Olympia’s new city code is cracking down on people living in vehicles, making it illegal to camp, sleep, or cook in cars or RVs on public or private land — a move that’s forcing the unhoused, many of whom are retired, disabled, or struggling with soaring costs, out of their only refuge. While officials claim they’re trying to connect people with services, enforcement often leads to tickets, towing, and mounting debt, with no clear plan or timeline for solutions. Churches can’t even offer sanctuary, and residents are demanding compassionate alternatives — as the city’s rigid approach deepens a housing crisis with no easy answers in sight. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7df338ddd3af4914