Rules for ZIP Code 22311
Alexandria, VA
116 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 22311 is governed by the city of Alexandria, VA, home to about 74% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Alexandria'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. 22311 also covers:
- unincorporated Alexandria city~27% of residents · not covered yet
- Bailey's Crossroads (community)~27% 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 22311 based on Alexandria ordinances.
Home Business
5 rulesLandscaping Rules
3 rulesDrone Rules
1 rule- Recreational DronesHeavy
Short-Term Rentals
5 rules- Short-Term Rental PermitsSome
- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Noise RulesSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Bike Lane RulesSome
- Red-Light CamerasSome
- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Street Fair RulesSome
- ParkletsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSome
- Parade PermitsSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
- Vending ZonesSome
Rental Inspections
2 rules- Tenant Complaint ProcessLight
- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
Noise Ordinances
7 rulesBuilding Safety
4 rulesLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Obstruction RulesSome
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Fire Regulations
5 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSignificant
- Outdoor BurningSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Propane StorageSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rules- Collection ScheduleSome
- Bin Placement RulesSome
- Bulk Item DisposalSome
- Dumpster RulesSignificant
- Pickup Rules & SchedulesSome
Public Health Rules
2 rulesParking Rules
9 rules- Driveway RulesSome
- RV & Boat ParkingSignificant
- Street Parking LimitsSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSome
- Overnight ParkingSome
Hurricane Preparedness
1 rule- Flood ElevationSome
Public Conduct
6 rulesAnimal Ordinances
9 rules- Cat RulesSome
- MicrochippingLight
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- BeekeepingFew
Environmental Rules
4 rules- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
1 ruleSign Regulations
3 rules- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
Tree Protection
3 rules- Parkway PlantingSome
- Heritage & Protected TreesSignificant
- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
4 rules- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
Accessory Structures
2 rules- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleFence Regulations
2 rules- Height LimitsSome
- Retaining WallsSome
Solar Energy
1 ruleCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Noise from Specific Sources
1 rule- Car Alarm LimitsSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleOutdoor Lighting
1 rule- Light Trespass & ShieldingSignificant
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleRental Property Rules
1 rule- Rent ControlFew