Rules for ZIP Code 28405
Wilmington, NC Β· New Hanover County
83 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 28405 is governed by the city of Wilmington, NC, home to about 60% 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. 28405 also covers:
- unincorporated New Hanover County~40% of residents
- Kings Grant (community)~21% 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 28405 based on Wilmington ordinances.
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSome
- Block Party PermitsSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
4 rules- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesParking Rules
6 rules- Loading ZonesSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSignificant
- Overnight ParkingSome
- RV & Boat ParkingSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant
Public Conduct
6 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Loitering RulesSignificant
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
Trash & Recycling
7 rulesAnimal Ordinances
5 rules- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Pet LimitsSome
- Breed RestrictionsFew
- BeekeepingSome
- Dog Leash LawsSome
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Encampment SanitationHeavy
- Sit-Lie RulesSome
Noise Ordinances
6 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- Bike Lane RulesSome
Curfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Fence Regulations
2 rulesBuilding Safety
3 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Obstruction RulesSignificant
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk RepairSome
Home Business
4 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
2 rules- Food Truck PermitsSome
- Vending ZonesSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleAccessory Structures
2 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome
Outdoor Lighting
1 rule- Dark Sky RulesSome
Rental Inspections
1 rulePublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Short-Term Rentals
2 rulesEnvironmental Rules
3 rules- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Stormwater ManagementHeavy
- Flood ZonesSignificant
Tree Protection
1 ruleBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesRental Property Rules
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
1 rule- Property BlightHeavy
Sign Regulations
2 rules- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSignificant
Fire Regulations
2 rules- FireworksHeavy
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
Landscaping Rules
2 rules- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant