Rules for ZIP Code 20755
Fort George G Meade, MD · Anne Arundel County
141 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Anne Arundel County.
ZIP code 20755 is unincorporated Anne Arundel County land, in the community of Severn: about 100% of its residents live outside any city or town, so the county's ordinances are the local rules here. County rules tend to differ from nearby cities in areas like noise enforcement, building setbacks, and animal regulations.
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 20755 based on Anne Arundel County ordinances.
Building Safety
7 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
7 rules- Towing CompaniesSome
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- PawnbrokersSome
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertySignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSome
Landscaping Rules
4 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
5 rules- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSome
- Block Party PermitsSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Outdoor Cooking
2 rules- BBQ & Propane RulesSome
- Smoker RulesSome
Sign Regulations
4 rules- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSome
- Political SignsSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
Animal Ordinances
13 rules- MicrochippingSome
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- Bird ProtectionSignificant
Accessory Structures
7 rules- ADU Owner OccupancySome
- Tiny HomesSome
- ADU Impact FeesLight
- ADU Rental RestrictionsSome
- ADU RulesSome
Rental Inspections
2 rules- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
- Tenant Complaint ProcessSome
Tree Protection
1 rule- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Boat Dock PermitsSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
Filming & Production
2 rules- Street ClosuresSome
- Location PermitsSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesRight to Farm
2 rulesParking Rules
7 rules- Abandoned VehiclesSome
- EV ChargingSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Driveway RulesSome
- RV & Boat ParkingSome
Short-Term Rentals
6 rules- Insurance RequirementsSome
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Host Platform LiabilitySome
- Taxes & FeesSome
- Extended Home ShareSignificant
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesRental Property Rules
3 rules- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Just Cause EvictionSome
- Rental RegistrationSignificant
Trash & Recycling
7 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesPublic Conduct
4 rules- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Loitering RulesSome
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsLight
Noise from Specific Sources
2 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesFence Regulations
4 rules- Retaining WallsSome
- Height LimitsSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Fence Permit RequirementsLight
Noise Ordinances
7 rulesSolar Energy
2 rulesHome Business
3 rules- Home DaycareSome
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSignificant
- Signage RulesSome
Property Maintenance
3 rules- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleHomelessness & Encampment Rules
1 rule- Sit-Lie RulesSome
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 ruleMobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Red-Light CamerasLight
- Bike Lane RulesLight
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Dispensary ZoningSome
- Buffer ZonesSome
Fire Regulations
5 rules- Propane StorageSome
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresLight
- FireworksHeavy
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
Curfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 rulePublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome