Rules for ZIP Code 35404
Tuscaloosa, AL
141 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 35404 is governed by the city of Tuscaloosa, AL, home to about 77% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Tuscaloosa'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. 35404 also covers:
- unincorporated Tuscaloosa County~23% of residents Β· not covered yet
- Holt (community)~18% of residents Β· 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. 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 35404 based on Tuscaloosa ordinances.
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesEnvironmental Rules
4 rules- Flood ZonesSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Erosion ControlSignificant
- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
Fire Regulations
5 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresFew
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- FireworksHeavy
- Propane StorageSome
Noise from Specific Sources
2 rulesPublic Conduct
5 rules- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Loitering RulesSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
Trash & Recycling
10 rulesAnimal Ordinances
10 rules- Bird ProtectionHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Pet Store RulesSignificant
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome
Building Safety
7 rulesShort-Term Rentals
9 rules- Insurance RequirementsSome
- Noise RulesSome
- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome
- Night CapsSome
- Extended Home ShareSignificant
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewSome
Local Taxes & Fees
1 ruleSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Landscaping Rules
5 rules- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Native PlantsSome
- CompostingSome
- Water RestrictionsSome
- Rainwater HarvestingFew
Parking Rules
9 rules- Loading ZonesSome
- Curb Color RulesSome
- EV ChargingSome
- Driveway RulesSome
- Street Parking LimitsSome
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Block Party PermitsSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
8 rules- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Adult EntertainmentHeavy
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
Accessory Structures
5 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU Rental RestrictionsHeavy
- ADU Owner OccupancySignificant
- ADU RulesSome
- Tiny HomesSignificant
Home Business
4 rules- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSignificant
- Signage RulesSome
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
- Home DaycareSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 ruleFence Regulations
5 rulesNoise Ordinances
8 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rulesTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingLight
Outdoor Lighting
1 ruleRental Property Rules
1 rulePrivacy & Surveillance
1 ruleSign Regulations
4 rules- Political SignsSignificant
- Window SignsSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSome
Rental Inspections
1 ruleInvasive Plant Rules
3 rules- Bamboo RestrictionsSome
- Front Yard GardensSignificant
- Prohibited SpeciesSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Bike Lane RulesSome
- Red-Light CamerasSome
- TNC Pickup ZonesLight
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleHOA Rules
1 rule- CC&R EnforcementLight
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleOutdoor Cooking
1 rule- Smoker RulesFew