Rules for ZIP Code 77562
Highlands, TX · Harris County
142 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Harris County.
ZIP code 77562 is unincorporated Harris County land, in the community of Highlands: about 100% of its residents live outside any city or town, so the county's ordinances are the local rules here. County rules tend to differ from nearby cities in areas like noise enforcement, building setbacks, and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 77562 also covers:
- Highlands (community)~32% 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 77562 based on Harris County ordinances.
Sign Regulations
6 rules- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Holiday DisplaysLight
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Window SignsLight
- Garage Sale SignsFew
Tobacco & Vaping
2 rulesPublic Conduct
5 rules- Loud Party OrdinanceSome
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsFew
- Aggressive PanhandlingFew
- Public UrinationLight
Employment Preemption
2 rulesTrash & Recycling
3 rulesEnvironmental Rules
6 rulesDrone Rules
2 rules- Park Drone RestrictionsSignificant
- Recreational DronesFew
Building Safety
8 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
3 rules- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSome
- Park Event PermitsLight
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesOutdoor Lighting
1 ruleTree Protection
4 rulesHurricane Preparedness
1 rule- Flood ElevationSome
Historic Preservation
2 rulesFirearms
3 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleAnimal Ordinances
9 rules- MicrochippingSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterFew
- Cat RulesLight
- Bird ProtectionLight
- Pet LimitsLight
Street Vending
1 rule- cart-regulationsSome
Landscaping Rules
6 rules- Tree TrimmingSome
- Rainwater HarvestingLight
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Native PlantsFew
Holiday Decorations
2 rulesOutdoor Cooking
1 rule- BBQ & Propane RulesSignificant
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesFire Regulations
5 rules- Propane StorageLight
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Outdoor BurningLight
- FireworksLight
- Wildfire ZonesFew
Parking Rules
4 rules- Towing & Impound RightsSignificant
- Curb Color RulesLight
- Overnight ParkingLight
- Abandoned VehiclesLight
Property Maintenance
2 rulesRental Property Rules
6 rulesSingle-Use Items
3 rulesNoise Ordinances
4 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
6 rulesPublic Health Rules
3 rulesCannabis Regulations
4 rulesImmigration Policy
2 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleHomelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleShort-Term Rentals
2 rulesRight to Farm
1 ruleLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleFence Regulations
3 rulesHome Business
3 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesCode Violation Reporting
3 rules- Common ViolationsSome
- How to ReportSome
- Response TimesSome
Invasive Plant Rules
3 rulesPrivacy & Surveillance
2 rulesCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Solar Energy
2 rules- Panel PermitsLight
- HOA RestrictionsFew
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
1 rule- Setback RulesSome