Rules for ZIP Code 28540
Jacksonville, NC · Onslow County
57 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 28540 is governed by the city of Jacksonville, NC, home to about 54% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Jacksonville'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. 28540 also covers:
- unincorporated Onslow County~46% 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. Each page quotes the official code section and links to its source.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 28540 based on Jacksonville ordinances.
Public Conduct
3 rules- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
Building Safety
3 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Rental Inspections
1 ruleLandscaping Rules
5 rules- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSome
- Water RestrictionsSome
- Tree TrimmingSignificant
- CompostingLight
- Weed OrdinancesSome
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Outdoor Cooking
1 rule- Smoker RulesSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Environmental Rules
2 rules- Erosion ControlSignificant
- Stormwater ManagementSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
1 rule- Parade PermitsSignificant
Parking Rules
4 rules- Street Parking LimitsSome
- Overnight ParkingSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rules- Pickup Rules & SchedulesSome
- Holiday Pickup ScheduleLight
- Collection ScheduleSignificant
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
- Recycling RequirementsSome
Business Licensing & Operations
2 rules- Towing CompaniesSome
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
Water Use Rules
1 ruleAnimal Ordinances
3 rules- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Bird ProtectionHeavy
Fire Regulations
2 rules- Outdoor BurningSome
- FireworksSignificant
Noise Ordinances
5 rulesPublic Health Rules
2 rules- Syringe DisposalSome
- Rodent ControlSome
Noise from Specific Sources
1 ruleSwimming Pools & Spas
1 ruleTree Protection
2 rulesHomelessness & Encampment Rules
1 rule- Encampment SanitationSignificant