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Los Angeles Adopts RV-to-Home Model for Citywide Rollout

A relationship‑driven pilot that paired outreach with vehicle disposal help proved effective at moving RV residents into housing.

Overview

  • LAHSA approved a standardized Scope of Required Services and authorized 11 providers to replicate the approach across the city, with no start date announced.
  • The District 7 pilot is on track to house nearly 300 people and has removed about 150 RVs, focusing on trust-building to overcome skepticism among RV residents.
  • West Valley Homes Yes helped design the model, which offers targeted outreach, paperwork support, interim housing placements, and incentives to relinquish RVs.
  • Funding cited includes an initial Hilton Foundation grant and a $5 million state Encampment Resolution Grant, with reports conflicting on the Hilton amount ($350,000 versus an uncorroborated $350 million).
  • A new state law taking effect in January will speed disposal of impounded RVs valued up to $4,000, which city leaders are evaluating for use alongside the program.