Rules for ZIP Code 12205
Albany, NY · Albany County
85 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 12205 is governed by the town of Colonie, NY, home to about 44% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Colonie'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. 12205 also covers:
- city of Albany~32% of residents
- village of Colonie~23% of residents
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. 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 12205 based on Colonie ordinances.
Rental Inspections
1 ruleBusiness Licensing & Operations
3 rules- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Adult EntertainmentSome
HOA Rules
2 rulesParking Rules
6 rules- Street Parking LimitsSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Driveway RulesSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
Trash & Recycling
7 rulesEnvironmental Rules
4 rulesNoise Ordinances
5 rules- Aircraft NoiseSignificant
- Barking DogsSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Leaf Blower RulesSome
Special Events & Permits
4 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSome
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Block Party PermitsSome
Right to Farm
1 ruleFence Regulations
3 rules- Fence Permit RequirementsSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Retaining WallsLight
Accessory Structures
4 rules- ADU Rental RestrictionsSignificant
- ADU Owner OccupancySignificant
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome
Short-Term Rentals
2 rules- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSignificant
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Code Violation Reporting
1 rule- How to ReportSome
Outdoor Lighting
2 rules- Dark Sky RulesSome
- Billboard LightingSome
Building Safety
4 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Landscaping Rules
5 rules- Native PlantsLight
- CompostingLight
- Water RestrictionsLight
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSome
Home Business
2 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
1 rule- Pool PermitsLight
Outdoor Cooking
1 rule- Smoker RulesSignificant
Solar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Gambling & Gaming
1 ruleSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Sign Regulations
5 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 rule- Density Bonus LawSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- E-Bike ClassesSignificant
Animal Ordinances
3 rules- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Bird ProtectionSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
2 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
1 rule- Car Alarm LimitsSome
Fire Regulations
1 rule- Smoke DetectorsSome
Cannabis Regulations
1 rule- Dispensary ZoningLight
Curfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleHurricane Preparedness
1 rule- Flood ElevationSome
Public Conduct
1 rule- Public Alcohol UseSignificant