Rules for ZIP Code 14206
Buffalo, NY · Erie County
115 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 14206 is governed by the city of Buffalo, NY, home to about 84% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Buffalo'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. 14206 also covers:
- town of Cheektowaga~11% 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 14206 based on Buffalo ordinances.
Noise Ordinances
7 rulesShort-Term Rentals
7 rules- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Taxes & FeesSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Noise RulesSignificant
Fire Regulations
5 rules- FireworksSignificant
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Propane StorageSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSignificant
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Block Party PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSignificant
- Parade PermitsSome
- Park Event PermitsSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Obstruction RulesSome
Public Health Rules
3 rules- Food Handler CertificationSome
- Rodent ControlSome
- Syringe DisposalSignificant
Animal Ordinances
9 rules- Pet LimitsSome
- Coyote ManagementSome
- Bird ProtectionHeavy
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Cat RulesLight
Parking Rules
8 rules- EV ChargingFew
- Street Parking LimitsSome
- Driveway RulesSome
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSome
- Towing & Impound RightsSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
4 rules- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSome
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
Water Use Rules
1 ruleSwimming Pools & Spas
1 ruleTrash & Recycling
10 rules- Recycling RulesSome
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Collection ScheduleSome
- Mandatory Organics RecyclingSome
- Illegal DumpingSignificant
Environmental Rules
4 rules- Boat Dock PermitsSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
Building Safety
8 rulesPrivacy & Surveillance
1 ruleSingle-Use Items
1 rule- Plastic Straw RulesLight
Gambling & Gaming
1 ruleLandscaping Rules
3 rules- Tree TrimmingSome
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
Rental Property Rules
6 rulesAccessory Structures
2 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Tiny HomesSignificant
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Rental Inspections
1 rule- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
2 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSome
- Vending ZonesSome
Cannabis Regulations
1 rule- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Public Conduct
5 rules- Public Marijuana UseSome
- Aggressive PanhandlingSome
- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleNoise from Specific Sources
2 rulesTobacco & Vaping
1 ruleTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Sign Regulations
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
3 rulesSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 ruleCurfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSome
- Park CurfewSome