Rules for ZIP Code 14221
Buffalo, NY · Erie County
99 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 14221 is governed by the town of Amherst, NY, home to about 79% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Amherst'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. 14221 also covers:
- village of Williamsville~11% 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. 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 14221 based on Amherst ordinances.
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleRental Property Rules
3 rules- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Rental RegistrationSignificant
- Section 8 Voucher AcceptanceFew
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Gambling & Gaming
1 rule- Charitable Bingo and RafflesSignificant
Rental Inspections
2 rules- Tenant Complaint ProcessSome
- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
Short-Term Rentals
2 rules- Taxes & FeesSome
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
Landscaping Rules
4 rulesBuilding Safety
6 rules- Elevator MaintenanceSome
- Lead PaintSome
- Electrical PermitsSome
- Plumbing PermitsSome
- Building PermitsSome
Fire Regulations
4 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
4 rules- Secondhand DealersSome
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Massage EstablishmentsHeavy
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
Noise Ordinances
6 rulesTrash & Recycling
9 rules- Illegal DumpingSignificant
- Bulk Item DisposalSome
- Holiday Pickup ScheduleLight
- Recycling RulesSome
- Recycling RequirementsSome
Noise from Specific Sources
2 rulesOutdoor Cooking
1 rule- Smoker RulesLight
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Public Conduct
2 rules- Skateboarding RulesSome
- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
- Vending ZonesSome
Animal Ordinances
7 rules- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Pet LimitsSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
Environmental Rules
4 rules- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
Curfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
- No-Knock RegistryLight
Fence Regulations
4 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
1 rule- Pool PermitsSome
Parking Rules
8 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Accessory Structures
3 rules- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Owner OccupancySome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- Bike Lane RulesSome
Home Business
2 rules- Signage RulesSignificant
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
2 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
1 ruleSolar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Sign Regulations
2 rules- Political SignsSome
- Window SignsSome