Rules for ZIP Code 52228
Fairfax, IA · Linn County
109 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 52228 is governed by the city of Cedar Rapids, IA, home to about 43% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Cedar Rapids'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. 52228 also covers:
- city of Fairfax~40% of residents · not covered yet
- unincorporated Linn County~17% 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 52228 based on Cedar Rapids ordinances.
Water Use Rules
2 rules- Recycled Water RulesSignificant
- Leak Reporting DutySome
Animal Ordinances
10 rules- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Wildlife Rescue PermitsSome
- Wildlife FeedingSignificant
Parking Rules
8 rules- Street Parking LimitsSome
- Driveway RulesSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant
- EV ChargingSome
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Red-Light CamerasSome
- Bike Lane RulesSome
- E-Bike ClassesSome
Special Events & Permits
4 rulesRental Inspections
2 rules- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
- Tenant Complaint ProcessSome
Trash & Recycling
6 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSome
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleLandscaping Rules
4 rules- Tree TrimmingSome
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Rainwater HarvestingSignificant
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSome
Noise Ordinances
4 rulesOutdoor Cooking
1 rule- BBQ & Propane RulesSignificant
Invasive Plant Rules
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
3 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesBuilding Safety
6 rulesPrivacy & Surveillance
1 ruleAccessory Structures
3 rules- ADU RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Home Business
4 rules- Home DaycareFew
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Signage RulesSome
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
4 rulesFence Regulations
3 rules- Height LimitsSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Fence Permit RequirementsSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Obstruction RulesSome
- Sidewalk RepairSome
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Erosion ControlSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
Building Setbacks & Zoning
2 rulesFire Regulations
2 rules- FireworksFew
- Smoke DetectorsSome
Public Conduct
5 rules- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Skateboarding RulesSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Public UrinationHeavy
- JaywalkingSome
Outdoor Lighting
3 rulesRental Property Rules
3 rules- Rental RegistrationSignificant
- Just Cause EvictionSome
- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
Sign Regulations
2 rules- Garage Sale SignsLight
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
Right to Farm
1 ruleCurfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
- No-Knock RegistrySome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant