Rules for ZIP Code 35405
Tuscaloosa, AL
141 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 35405 is governed by the city of Tuscaloosa, AL, home to about 87% 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. 35405 also covers:
- unincorporated Tuscaloosa County~13% of residents · 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. 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 35405 based on Tuscaloosa ordinances.
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesEnvironmental Rules
4 rules- Flood ZonesSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSome
- Erosion ControlSignificant
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
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
Trash & Recycling
10 rulesAnimal Ordinances
10 rules- Bird ProtectionHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Pet Store RulesSignificant
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
Building Safety
7 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
5 rules- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Block Party PermitsSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Short-Term Rentals
9 rules- Insurance RequirementsSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Noise RulesSome
- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome
- Night CapsSome
Business Licensing & Operations
8 rules- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSome
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
Parking Rules
9 rules- Abandoned VehiclesSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Curb Color RulesSome
- EV ChargingSome
- Driveway RulesSome
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
Accessory Structures
5 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU Rental RestrictionsHeavy
- ADU Owner OccupancySignificant
- Tiny HomesSome
- ADU RulesSome
Home Business
4 rules- Home DaycareSome
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSignificant
- Signage RulesSome
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 ruleData Centers & Crypto Mining
1 ruleFence Regulations
5 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- TNC Pickup ZonesLight
- Bike Lane RulesSome
- Red-Light CamerasSome
Noise 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
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleHOA Rules
1 rule- CC&R EnforcementLight
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleOutdoor Cooking
1 rule- Smoker RulesFew