Rules for ZIP Code 34237
Sarasota, FL Β· Sarasota County
128 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 34237 is governed by the city of Sarasota, FL, home to about 98% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Sarasota'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. 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 34237 based on Sarasota ordinances.
Fence Regulations
2 rulesNoise Ordinances
6 rulesPublic Conduct
8 rules- Public UrinationHeavy
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Public Marijuana UseSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
4 rules- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- PawnbrokersSome
- Towing CompaniesSome
Parking Rules
8 rules- Overnight ParkingSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant
- Abandoned VehiclesSignificant
- RV & Boat ParkingSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Bike Lane RulesSome
- Red-Light CamerasSome
Landscaping Rules
6 rules- Native PlantsSome
- Tree TrimmingSome
- CompostingLight
- Water RestrictionsSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesHeavy
Trash & Recycling
8 rules- Yard Waste CollectionSome
- Bulk Item DisposalSome
- Illegal DumpingSignificant
- Recycling RequirementsSome
- Collection ScheduleSome
Noise from Specific Sources
4 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
7 rules- Outdoor Heater RulesSome
- Parade PermitsSome
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- ParkletsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSome
Building Safety
5 rules- Plumbing PermitsSome
- Building PermitsSome
- Carbon Monoxide DetectorsSome
- Childcare Center RulesSignificant
- Electrical PermitsSome
Animal Ordinances
5 rules- Cat RulesSignificant
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome
- Bird ProtectionSignificant
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesAccessory Structures
5 rulesLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleShort-Term Rentals
8 rules- Noise RulesSome
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Host Presence RuleFew
- Taxes & FeesSome
- Occupancy LimitsSome
Tree Protection
3 rules- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
- Parkway PlantingSome
- Heritage & Protected TreesSignificant
Home Business
4 rules- Signage RulesSignificant
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Home DaycareLight
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
Environmental Rules
4 rules- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood ZonesSome
Sign Regulations
4 rules- Window SignsSome
- Freeway-Facing SignsHeavy
- Political SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSome
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Dispensary ZoningLight
- Buffer ZonesSome
Code Violation Reporting
3 rules- How to ReportLight
- Response TimesSome
- Common ViolationsSome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rules- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Obstruction RulesSome
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesFire Regulations
1 rule- Outdoor BurningHeavy
Outdoor Cooking
1 rule- BBQ & Propane RulesLight
Water Use Rules
2 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Rental Property Rules
1 rule- Rental RegistrationSignificant
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rulesCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSome
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Encampment SanitationSignificant
- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
Invasive Plant Rules
1 rule- Prohibited SpeciesHeavy
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Hurricane Preparedness
1 rule- Storm DebrisSome
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSignificant