ZIP code 76705 is governed by the city of Waco, TX, home to about 36% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Waco'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. 76705 also covers:
- city of Bellmead~28% of residents · not covered yet
- city of Lacy-Lakeview~17% of residents · not covered yet
- unincorporated McLennan County~15% of residents · not covered yet
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 76705 based on Waco ordinances.
Environmental Rules
4 rulesBuilding Safety
7 rules- Building InspectionsSome
- Lead PaintSignificant
- Door Locking HardwareSome
- Electrical PermitsSome
- Plumbing PermitsSome
Outdoor Lighting
3 rulesPublic Conduct
6 rules- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Loitering RulesSome
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Public UrinationHeavy
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Brush ClearanceSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- FireworksSome
Public Health Rules
2 rules- Rodent ControlSignificant
- Food Handler CertificationSome
Outdoor Cooking
2 rules- BBQ & Propane RulesSignificant
- Smoker RulesSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rulesFence Regulations
5 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
5 rules- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSome
- Adult EntertainmentSome
Animal Ordinances
10 rules- Pet Store RulesSignificant
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterHeavy
- Cat RulesSome
- MicrochippingSome
Gambling & Gaming
1 ruleSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesShort-Term Rentals
7 rulesHomelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleMobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- E-Bike ClassesSome
- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
- Red-Light CamerasFew
Special Events & Permits
4 rules- Block Party PermitsSome
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Accessory Structures
4 rules- ADU Rental RestrictionsSignificant
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU Owner OccupancySignificant
- ADU RulesSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleSign Regulations
3 rules- Freeway-Facing SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSignificant
- Garage Sale SignsSome
Right to Farm
1 ruleBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesSolar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleHome Business
4 rulesParking Rules
8 rules- RV & Boat ParkingSignificant
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Driveway RulesSome
- EV ChargingSome
Landscaping Rules
5 rulesSoliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- No-Knock RegistrySome
- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Noise Ordinances
5 rules- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Barking DogsSome
- Aircraft NoiseSome
- Quiet HoursLight
- Construction HoursLight
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingLight
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
2 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
- Vending ZonesSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
1 ruleLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Rental Property Rules
1 ruleHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant