Rules for ZIP Code 53711
Madison, WI · Dane County
144 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 53711 is governed by the city of Madison, WI, home to about 67% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Madison'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. 53711 also covers:
- city of Fitchburg~31% 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 53711 based on Madison ordinances.
Rental Inspections
2 rulesTrash & Recycling
8 rules- Collection ScheduleLight
- Illegal DumpingSignificant
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
- Recycling RulesSome
- Pickup Rules & SchedulesSome
Animal Ordinances
9 rules- Pet Groomer RulesSome
- Pet Store RulesHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Bird ProtectionHeavy
- Exotic PetsHeavy
Special Events & Permits
7 rules- ParkletsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSome
- Block Party PermitsSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Parking Rules
11 rules- Preferential Parking DistrictsSignificant
- Overnight ParkingSome
- Snow Removal Parking RulesSome
- Curb Color RulesSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesBuilding Safety
10 rules- Elevator MaintenanceSome
- Carbon Monoxide DetectorsSome
- Lead PaintSignificant
- Building InspectionsSome
- Plumbing PermitsSome
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesEnvironmental Rules
6 rules- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
- Vehicle Idling RestrictionsSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
Home Business
4 rulesPublic Conduct
4 rules- Loitering RulesSome
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Public Marijuana UseSome
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSome
Sign Regulations
5 rules- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSome
- Holiday DisplaysLight
- Political SignsSignificant
Landscaping Rules
5 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesAccessory Structures
4 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU Impact FeesSome
- Tiny HomesSome
- ADU RulesSome
Noise Ordinances
6 rulesRight to Farm
1 ruleHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Data Centers & Crypto Mining
1 ruleOutdoor Cooking
1 ruleShort-Term Rentals
7 rules- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Night CapsHeavy
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Host Presence RuleSome
- Host Platform LiabilitySome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
- Density Bonus LawSome
Cannabis Regulations
4 rulesSingle-Use Items
4 rulesTobacco & Vaping
2 rulesEmployment Preemption
2 rulesSolar Energy
1 ruleFence Regulations
4 rules- Material RestrictionsSome
- Retaining WallsSignificant
- Height LimitsSome
- Neighbor Fence RulesSome
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
Privacy & Surveillance
1 ruleRental Property Rules
2 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
5 rules- Secondhand DealersSome
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
- Massage EstablishmentsSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Curfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome