Rules for ZIP Code 21403
Annapolis, MD Β· Anne Arundel County
127 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 21403 is governed by the city of Annapolis, MD, home to about 68% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Annapolis'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. 21403 also covers:
- unincorporated Anne Arundel County~32% of residents
- Annapolis Neck (community)~32% 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 21403 based on Annapolis ordinances.
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Dispensary ZoningSome
- Buffer ZonesSome
Noise Ordinances
7 rulesAnimal Ordinances
4 rules- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSignificant
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rulesParking Rules
10 rulesHome Business
3 rulesSolar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Rental Property Rules
3 rules- Rental RegistrationSignificant
- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Rent ControlLight
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesBuilding Safety
9 rulesFire Regulations
3 rules- Propane StorageSome
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- FireworksHeavy
Business Licensing & Operations
4 rules- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
Short-Term Rentals
7 rules- Extended Home ShareSignificant
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Noise RulesSignificant
- Host Platform LiabilitySignificant
- Taxes & FeesSome
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Sign Regulations
4 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
4 rules- Car Alarm LimitsSome
- HVAC & Mechanical NoiseSome
- Generator NoiseSome
- Bar & Nightclub NoiseSignificant
Local Taxes & Fees
1 rule- Parking TaxSome
Accessory Structures
4 rules- ADU Rental RestrictionsSignificant
- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU Owner OccupancySignificant
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
Fence Regulations
5 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
Environmental Rules
5 rulesPublic Conduct
4 rules- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Public UrinationSignificant
- Loitering RulesSome
- Public Alcohol UseSome
Water Use Rules
1 ruleLandscaping Rules
4 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Obstruction RulesSome
Rental Inspections
2 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
6 rules- ParkletsSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Block Party PermitsFew
- Park Event PermitsFew
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Density Bonus LawSome
- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 ruleGarage & Yard Sales
1 rulePublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Outdoor Cooking
1 ruleOutdoor Lighting
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant