Rules for ZIP Code 70117
New Orleans, LA
139 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 70117 is governed by the city of New Orleans, LA, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from New Orleans'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 70117 based on New Orleans ordinances.
Special Events & Permits
7 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSignificant
- Commercial Filming on Public Right-of-WayLight
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
Rental Inspections
2 rules- Tenant Complaint ProcessSome
- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
Fence Regulations
3 rulesLandscaping Rules
4 rules- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Tree TrimmingSome
- CompostingSome
Short-Term Rentals
11 rules- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Insurance RequirementsSome
- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesLight
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSignificant
- Host Presence RuleSignificant
Building Safety
7 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rules- Fencing & Safety RequirementsSignificant
- Pool PermitsSome
Animal Ordinances
9 rules- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Bird ProtectionSome
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterHeavy
- Cat RulesSome
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- FireworksSignificant
- Smoke DetectorsSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rules- Illegal DumpingHeavy
- Recycling RulesSome
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
- Collection ScheduleSignificant
Filming & Production
3 rules- Location PermitsSome
- Street ClosuresSignificant
- Production NoiseSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
4 rules- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
- Red-Light CamerasSignificant
- Bike Lane RulesSome
- TNC Pickup ZonesSome
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Erosion ControlSome
Public Conduct
5 rules- Loitering RulesSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Public Marijuana UseHeavy
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Noise Ordinances
8 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleHomelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Encampment SanitationSignificant
- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
Public Health Rules
2 rules- Syringe DisposalSome
- Rodent ControlSome
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Business Licensing & Operations
7 rules- Tattoo & Body ModificationSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSome
- Secondhand DealersSome
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- PawnbrokersSome
Local Taxes & Fees
2 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
3 rules- Bar & Nightclub NoiseSignificant
- Low-Frequency Bass LimitsSome
- HVAC & Mechanical NoiseSome
Hurricane Preparedness
1 rule- Flood ElevationSignificant
Privacy & Surveillance
2 rulesParking Rules
6 rules- Street Parking LimitsSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Towing & Impound RightsSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesHeavy
- EV ChargingSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesHome Business
3 rulesWater Use Rules
1 ruleAccessory Structures
3 rules- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Obstruction RulesSome
- Sidewalk RepairSome
Rental Property Rules
2 rules- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Rental RegistrationSignificant
Sign Regulations
2 rules- Political SignsSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleCurfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewSome