Rules for ZIP Code 38016
Cordova, TN · Shelby County
129 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 38016 is governed by the city of Memphis, TN, home to about 88% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Memphis'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. 38016 also covers:
- unincorporated Shelby County~12% of residents
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 38016 based on Memphis ordinances.
Fire Regulations
5 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Propane StorageSome
- FireworksSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresLight
Noise Ordinances
6 rules- Aircraft NoiseFew
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSignificant
- Construction HoursSome
- Quiet HoursSome
- Barking DogsLight
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleAnimal Ordinances
11 rules- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome
- Pet Groomer RulesSignificant
- MicrochippingSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
Outdoor Lighting
3 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Environmental Rules
4 rules- Flood ZonesSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
Sign Regulations
6 rules- Freeway-Facing SignsSome
- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Garage Sale SignsSome
- Holiday DisplaysLight
Accessory Structures
2 rules- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Solar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Home Business
4 rules- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSignificant
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
- Home DaycareSome
- Signage RulesHeavy
Special Events & Permits
4 rules- Block Party PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSome
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
7 rules- Tattoo & Body ModificationSome
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- PawnbrokersSome
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
Parking Rules
10 rules- Loading ZonesSome
- Towing & Impound RightsSignificant
- EV ChargingSome
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSignificant
- RV & Boat ParkingSignificant
Short-Term Rentals
7 rules- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Noise RulesSome
- Insurance RequirementsSome
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Host Platform LiabilitySome
Building Safety
8 rules- Electrical PermitsSome
- Carbon Monoxide DetectorsSome
- Building PermitsSome
- Plumbing PermitsSome
- Childcare Center RulesSignificant
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesTrash & Recycling
9 rules- Collection ScheduleSome
- Recycling RulesSome
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
- Illegal DumpingHeavy
- Dumpster RulesSignificant
Local Taxes & Fees
2 rules- Business Tax ClassificationLight
- Vacancy TaxSignificant
Public Conduct
6 rules- Loitering RulesSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- JaywalkingSome
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Red-Light CamerasSome
- Bike Lane RulesSome
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 rule- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
Hotels & Lodging
1 rulePublic Health Rules
3 rules- Rodent ControlSignificant
- Food Handler CertificationSome
- Syringe DisposalSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
1 ruleFence Regulations
3 rules- Height LimitsSome
- Retaining WallsLight
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
Swimming Pools & Spas
1 ruleLandscaping Rules
3 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
2 rulesCurfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Water Use Rules
1 ruleGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Vending ZonesSignificant
Right to Farm
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightHeavy
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceHeavy
Rental Property Rules
1 rule- Rental RegistrationSignificant