Rules for ZIP Code 02904
Providence, RI
155 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 02904 is governed by the city of Providence, RI, home to about 52% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Providence's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 02904 also covers:
- town of North Providence~48% of residents · not covered yet
Shares are estimates from 2020 Census geography. If your address is in one of these, its rules apply instead.
Each topic below links to the full ordinance breakdown with specific code sections, fine amounts, and answers to common questions. Each page quotes the official code section and links to its source.
Browse by Topic
These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 02904 based on Providence ordinances.
Landscaping Rules
5 rulesSign Regulations
4 rules- Holiday DisplaysFew
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Window SignsSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
Parking Rules
9 rulesHome Business
4 rulesAnimal Ordinances
12 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
5 rules- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSome
- Block Party PermitsSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
3 rulesEnvironmental Rules
6 rulesBuilding Safety
8 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Encroachment PermitsSome
- Obstruction RulesSignificant
Tobacco & Vaping
2 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
8 rules- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSome
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseHeavy
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertySignificant
Public Conduct
8 rules- Loitering RulesSome
- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- Public UrinationSignificant
- Public Marijuana UseSome
Trash & Recycling
10 rules- Pickup Rules & SchedulesSome
- Recycling RulesSome
- Bulk Item DisposalSignificant
- Collection ScheduleSome
- Dumpster RulesSome
HOA Rules
2 rulesShort-Term Rentals
3 rules- Host Presence RuleSome
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSignificant
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 rule- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
Cannabis Regulations
4 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Personal Cultivation LimitsSome
- Dispensary ZoningSome
- Home CultivationFew
Solar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesRight to Farm
1 ruleTree Protection
2 rules- Protected Tree SpeciesSome
- Parkway PlantingSignificant
Rental Property Rules
6 rulesPublic Health Rules
4 rulesEmployment Preemption
2 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesAccessory Structures
3 rules- ADU Rental RestrictionsSignificant
- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Fence Regulations
5 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesNoise Ordinances
7 rulesRental Inspections
1 ruleNoise from Specific Sources
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 ruleCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Property Maintenance
3 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleHomelessness & Encampment Rules
1 rule- Sit-Lie RulesSome
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Wildfire ZonesSome
- Propane StorageSome
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- FireworksSignificant
Local Taxes & Fees
1 rule- Vacancy TaxHeavy
Mobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Red-Light CamerasSome
- Bike Lane RulesSome