Rules for ZIP Code 32653
Gainesville, FL Β· Alachua County
117 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 32653 is governed by the city of Gainesville, FL, home to about 88% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Gainesville's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
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.
Browse by Topic
These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 32653 based on Gainesville ordinances.
Home Business
1 rule- Home DaycareSome
Short-Term Rentals
2 rulesSoliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesAnimal Ordinances
5 rules- Breed RestrictionsFew
- Wildlife FeedingSome
- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome
Curfew Laws
1 rule- Juvenile CurfewSome
Trash & Recycling
8 rulesSolar Energy
1 ruleRental Property Rules
1 rule- Rent ControlFew
Accessory Structures
3 rules- Tiny HomesSome
- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
1 ruleCannabis Regulations
1 ruleNoise Ordinances
8 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
3 rulesRental Inspections
1 ruleFire Regulations
4 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- FireworksSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
- Red-Light CamerasSome
- Bike Lane RulesSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rules- Obstruction RulesHeavy
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Public Conduct
6 rules- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Loud Party OrdinanceSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Public UrinationHeavy
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
Parking Rules
9 rules- Curb Color RulesSome
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSignificant
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
- Overnight ParkingSome
- Loading ZonesSome
Building Safety
6 rulesWater Use Rules
2 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
5 rules- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
Outdoor Cooking
1 rule- BBQ & Propane RulesLight
Fence Regulations
4 rules- Retaining WallsSome
- Fence Permit RequirementsSome
- Height LimitsSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
Landscaping Rules
5 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
4 rules- Park Event PermitsSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Garage & Yard Sales
1 rulePublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Environmental Rules
4 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSome
- Food Truck PermitsSome
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesTree Protection
3 rules- Parkway PlantingSome
- Heritage & Protected TreesSome
- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
Local Taxes & Fees
1 ruleZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleRight to Farm
1 ruleInvasive Plant Rules
1 rule- Prohibited SpeciesSignificant
Sign Regulations
3 rules- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Window SignsSome
- Political SignsLight
Code Violation Reporting
2 rules- How to ReportLight
- Response TimesLight