Rules for ZIP Code 19802
Wilmington, DE · New Castle County
124 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 19802 is governed by the city of Wilmington, DE, home to about 84% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Wilmington'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. 19802 also covers:
- unincorporated New Castle County~16% of residents
- Edgemoor (community)~14% 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 19802 based on Wilmington ordinances.
Animal Ordinances
7 rules- Cat RulesLight
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockHeavy
- Bird ProtectionSome
Rental Inspections
2 rules- Tenant Complaint ProcessSome
- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
6 rules- PawnbrokersSome
- Massage EstablishmentsSome
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
6 rulesParking Rules
10 rules- Abandoned VehiclesSignificant
- Overnight ParkingSome
- Towing & Impound RightsSignificant
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSome
- EV ChargingSignificant
Trash & Recycling
6 rules- Collection ScheduleSome
- Dumpster RulesSignificant
- Pickup Rules & SchedulesSome
- Bin Placement RulesSome
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
Public Conduct
5 rules- Loud Party OrdinanceSome
- Loitering RulesSome
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSome
- JaywalkingSome
Building Safety
10 rules- Carbon Monoxide DetectorsSome
- Elevator MaintenanceSome
- Building InspectionsSome
- Lead PaintSignificant
- Fire Sprinkler RequirementsSome
Fire Regulations
3 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Propane StorageSignificant
- FireworksSignificant
Public Health Rules
2 rules- Bed-Bug RulesSome
- Rodent ControlSome
Rental Property Rules
2 rules- Repairs & HabitabilitySignificant
- Rental RegistrationSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Red-Light CamerasSome
- Bike Lane RulesSome
- E-Bike ClassesSome
Environmental Rules
6 rules- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Vehicle Idling RestrictionsSome
- Erosion ControlSignificant
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
Noise Ordinances
7 rules- Aircraft NoiseFew
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSignificant
- Construction HoursSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
Home Business
4 rulesFence Regulations
5 rules- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Height LimitsSome
- Fence Permit RequirementsSome
- Retaining WallsSome
- Neighbor Fence RulesSignificant
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Parade PermitsSome
- Block Party PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSome
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Food Truck PermitsSome
- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Density Bonus LawSome
- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
Landscaping Rules
3 rulesAccessory Structures
1 ruleSign Regulations
2 rules- Digital BillboardsSignificant
- Window SignsSome
Outdoor Lighting
3 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Obstruction RulesSignificant
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
HOA Rules
1 rule- CC&R EnforcementSome
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Dispensary ZoningSome
- Buffer ZonesSignificant