Rules for ZIP Code 53717
Madison, WI Β· Dane County
145 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 53717 is governed by the city of Madison, WI, home to about 99% 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.
Each topic below links to the full ordinance breakdown with specific code sections, fine amounts, and answers to common questions. Each page quotes the official code section and links to its source.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 53717 based on Madison ordinances.
Rental Inspections
2 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
7 rules- ParkletsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSome
- Block Party PermitsSome
- Outdoor Heater RulesSome
- Street Fair RulesSome
Parking Rules
12 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 rulesPublic Conduct
4 rules- Loitering RulesSome
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Public Marijuana UseSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Trash & Recycling
8 rules- Illegal DumpingSignificant
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
- Recycling RulesSome
- Collection ScheduleLight
- Pickup Rules & SchedulesSome
Sign Regulations
5 rules- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSome
- Holiday DisplaysLight
- Political SignsSignificant
Animal Ordinances
9 rules- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Bird ProtectionHeavy
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Wildlife FeedingSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesNoise Ordinances
6 rulesShort-Term Rentals
7 rules- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Night CapsHeavy
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Host Presence RuleSome
- Host Platform LiabilitySome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSome
Accessory Structures
4 rules- Tiny HomesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Impact FeesSome
Cannabis Regulations
4 rulesSingle-Use Items
4 rulesTobacco & Vaping
2 rulesEmployment Preemption
2 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Density Bonus LawSome
- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
Solar Energy
1 ruleFence Regulations
4 rules- Material RestrictionsSome
- Retaining WallsSignificant
- Height LimitsSome
- Neighbor Fence RulesSome
Privacy & Surveillance
1 ruleEnvironmental Rules
6 rules- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
- Vehicle Idling RestrictionsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
Rental Property Rules
2 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
5 rules- Secondhand DealersSome
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
- Massage EstablishmentsSome
Landscaping Rules
5 rulesHome Business
4 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
Data Centers & Crypto Mining
1 ruleHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Outdoor Cooking
1 ruleRight to Farm
1 ruleSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Curfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome