Rules for ZIP Code 21702
Frederick, MD
72 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 21702 is governed by the city of Frederick, MD, home to about 80% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Frederick'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. 21702 also covers:
- unincorporated Frederick County~20% of residents Β· 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 21702 based on Frederick ordinances.
Parking Rules
9 rules- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSome
- Snow Removal Parking RulesSome
- Driveway RulesSignificant
- RV & Boat ParkingSignificant
- Loading ZonesSome
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleSwimming Pools & Spas
1 rule- Pool PermitsSome
Public Conduct
7 rules- Skateboarding RulesSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- Loitering RulesSome
- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Trash & Recycling
7 rules- Collection ScheduleSome
- Dumpster RulesSignificant
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
- Illegal DumpingSome
- Recycling RequirementsLight
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Block Party PermitsSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
2 rules- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
Animal Ordinances
4 rules- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterLight
- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
Fire Regulations
2 rules- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresLight
Rental Property Rules
3 rules- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Rent ControlLight
- Rental RegistrationSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
2 rules- Vending ZonesSome
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
Sign Regulations
1 ruleBuilding Safety
4 rulesEnvironmental Rules
4 rules- Erosion ControlSignificant
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
Noise Ordinances
5 rules- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSignificant
- Construction HoursSome
- Barking DogsSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
- Quiet HoursSome
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Landscaping Rules
1 rule- Tree TrimmingSome
Water Use Rules
1 ruleRental Inspections
1 rule- Inspection ProgramsSignificant