Rules for ZIP Code 36804
Opelika, AL · Lee County
25 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Lee County.
ZIP code 36804 is unincorporated Lee County land: about 69% of its residents live outside any city or town, so the county's ordinances are the local rules here. County rules tend to differ from nearby cities in areas like noise enforcement, building setbacks, and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 36804 also covers:
- city of Opelika~28% 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 36804 based on Lee County ordinances.
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesRight to Farm
1 ruleEnvironmental Rules
4 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 rulePublic Conduct
1 ruleBusiness Licensing & Operations
3 rules- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSome
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertySignificant
Parking Rules
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
1 rule- Property BlightSome
Trash & Recycling
2 rules- Illegal DumpingSignificant
- Collection ScheduleSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
1 rule- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
Accessory Structures
2 rulesAnimal Ordinances
2 rulesHome Business
3 rules- Home DaycareLight
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSignificant
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome