Rules for ZIP Code 02145
Somerville, MA
147 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 02145 is governed by the city of Somerville, MA, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Somerville's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
Each topic below links to the full ordinance breakdown with specific code sections, fine amounts, and answers to common questions. The data is sourced from the official municipal code and verified by our editorial team.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 02145 based on Somerville ordinances.
Accessory Structures
4 rules- Garage ConversionsSome
- ADU RulesFew
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Tiny HomesSome
Noise Ordinances
7 rulesAnimal Ordinances
9 rules- Breed RestrictionsFew
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Dog Leash LawsHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockHeavy
- Bird ProtectionSome
Solar Energy
2 rulesFire Regulations
5 rules- FireworksHeavy
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSignificant
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Brush ClearanceSignificant
- Outdoor BurningHeavy
Property Maintenance
3 rules- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingHeavy
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Property BlightSignificant
HOA Rules
1 rule- Assessment & DuesHeavy
Fence Regulations
5 rulesParking Rules
10 rulesHome Business
4 rulesBuilding Safety
5 rulesShort-Term Rentals
12 rules- Insurance RequirementsHeavy
- Repeat Violator StrikesHeavy
- Extended Home ShareLight
- Host Presence RuleSome
- Night CapsSignificant
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- No-Knock RegistryHeavy
- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Sign Regulations
4 rulesEnvironmental Rules
4 rules- Stormwater ManagementHeavy
- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSignificant
Single-Use Items
4 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSome
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
Public Conduct
7 rules- Public Marijuana UseSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- JaywalkingSome
Immigration Policy
1 rule- Sanctuary Policy PreemptionSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
6 rules- PawnbrokersHeavy
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
- Towing CompaniesSome
Noise from Specific Sources
4 rules- HVAC & Mechanical NoiseSome
- Car Alarm LimitsSignificant
- Delivery Truck NoiseSome
- Generator NoiseSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rulesInvasive Plant Rules
2 rulesTree Protection
2 rulesPrivacy & Surveillance
3 rules- Facial Recognition BanHeavy
- Security Camera RulesSignificant
- License Plate ReadersSignificant
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewSome
Rental Property Rules
1 ruleMobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Bike Lane RulesSome
- Red-Light CamerasSignificant
- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSignificant
Landscaping Rules
5 rules- Native PlantsLight
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Tree TrimmingSome
- Artificial TurfHeavy
- Rainwater HarvestingLight
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
3 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
Right to Farm
1 ruleCannabis Regulations
1 rule- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesTobacco & Vaping
1 ruleData Centers & Crypto Mining
1 rule- Data Center Zoning & SitingSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
1 ruleWater Use Rules
1 rule- Recycled Water RulesLight