Rules for ZIP Code 40507
Lexington, KY
115 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 40507 is governed by Lexington-Fayette, KY, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Lexington'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 40507 based on Lexington ordinances.
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesShort-Term Rentals
10 rules- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome
- Insurance RequirementsSome
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Noise RulesSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- ParkletsSome
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Animal Ordinances
8 rules- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Pet Store RulesHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockHeavy
- Cat RulesSome
Water Use Rules
1 ruleCurfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Public Conduct
7 rules- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
- Aggressive PanhandlingHeavy
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- JaywalkingSome
Noise Ordinances
7 rules- Decibel LimitsSome
- Quiet HoursSome
- Construction HoursSome
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSignificant
- Leaf Blower RulesSome
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesSome
- Dispensary ZoningSome
Landscaping Rules
5 rules- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Native PlantsFew
- CompostingSome
- Tree TrimmingSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
Local Taxes & Fees
1 ruleNoise from Specific Sources
4 rules- Bar & Nightclub NoiseSome
- Delivery Truck NoiseSome
- HVAC & Mechanical NoiseSome
- Low-Frequency Bass LimitsSignificant
Trash & Recycling
9 rules- Dumpster RulesSignificant
- Collection ScheduleSome
- Holiday Pickup ScheduleLight
- Illegal DumpingHeavy
- Recycling RulesLight
Code Violation Reporting
2 rules- How to ReportSome
- Response TimesSome
Building Safety
7 rules- Building PermitsSome
- Carbon Monoxide DetectorsSome
- Electrical PermitsSome
- Building InspectionsSome
- Fire Sprinkler RequirementsSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
5 rules- Tobacco Retail LicenseLight
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
Rental Inspections
1 ruleParking Rules
9 rules- Preferential Parking DistrictsSome
- Snow Removal Parking RulesSignificant
- Loading ZonesSome
- Towing & Impound RightsSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSignificant
Invasive Plant Rules
1 rule- Prohibited SpeciesHeavy
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Obstruction RulesSignificant
- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Encroachment PermitsSome
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Sign Regulations
1 rule- Political SignsLight
Fire Regulations
3 rules- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSignificant
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Smoke DetectorsSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Bike Lane RulesSome
- E-Bike ClassesLight
- Shared E-Scooter RulesSome
Fence Regulations
2 rules- Material RestrictionsHeavy
- Retaining WallsSome
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleRental Property Rules
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
3 rules- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSignificant
- Property BlightSignificant
- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
Environmental Rules
2 rulesSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant