7-3A-1: PUBLIC CAMPING OR SLEEPING PROHIBITED:

It shall be unlawful for any person to publicly camp or sleep on any public property, public building grounds, or public roads or rights-of-way; provided, that this section shall not prohibit the operation of a sidewalk cafe pursuant to a permit issued by the City Clerk or licensed under title 3, chapter 3 or 4 of this Code; nor shall it prohibit or prevent overnight camping for recreational or educational purposes on property designated for such purpose, authorized specific temporary events or activities, or authorized overnight parking at Idaho rest areas or private businesses in compliance with applicable established rules. The provisions of this section shall not apply to or affect policies, rules, statutes, or leases regarding endowment lands, Idaho department of parks and recreation lands, or Idaho department of fish and game lands. The prohibitions against public camping or sleeping provided for in this article shall not apply to drivers of commercial vehicles or commercial motor vehicles as defined in section 49-123(2)(d), Idaho Code. (Ord. 24-25, 6-24-2025)