Rules for ZIP Code 47710
Evansville, IN · Vanderburgh County
117 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 47710 is governed by the city of Evansville, IN, home to about 84% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Evansville'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. 47710 also covers:
- unincorporated Vanderburgh County~16% of residents
- Highland (community)~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 47710 based on Evansville ordinances.
Rental Property Rules
2 rules- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Rental RegistrationSignificant
Fence Regulations
5 rules- Fence Permit RequirementsSome
- Retaining WallsSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Neighbor Fence RulesSome
- Height LimitsSome
Noise Ordinances
6 rules- Construction HoursLight
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Aircraft NoiseSignificant
- Decibel LimitsSome
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSome
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Animal Ordinances
10 rules- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- MicrochippingSome
- Bird ProtectionSignificant
- Cat RulesLight
Landscaping Rules
5 rules- Weed OrdinancesSome
- CompostingLight
- Tree TrimmingSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSome
- Native PlantsLight
Fire Regulations
5 rules- FireworksSignificant
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Propane StorageSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- Smoke DetectorsSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Obstruction RulesSome
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk RepairSome
Parking Rules
11 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
1 rule- Setback RulesSome
Property Maintenance
3 rulesBuilding Safety
7 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
6 rules- Tattoo & Body ModificationSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Massage EstablishmentsSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Special Events & Permits
3 rules- Street Fair RulesSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSome
Trash & Recycling
8 rules- Illegal DumpingSignificant
- Holiday Pickup ScheduleLight
- Recycling RequirementsSome
- Bin Placement RulesSome
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
Noise from Specific Sources
5 rulesCode Violation Reporting
1 rule- How to ReportSome
Public Conduct
4 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- JaywalkingSome
- Public Alcohol UseLight
Invasive Plant Rules
1 ruleGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleSign Regulations
4 rules- Political SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSome
- Window SignsLight
- Garage Sale SignsLight
Environmental Rules
4 rulesRental Inspections
2 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
2 rulesSolar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Home Business
3 rules- Home DaycareSignificant
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Signage RulesSome
Accessory Structures
3 rules- ADU Owner OccupancySome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
1 rule- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
Right to Farm
1 ruleCurfew Laws
1 rule- Juvenile CurfewSome
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome