Rules for ZIP Code 78592
Santa Maria, TX · Cameron County
27 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Cameron County.
ZIP code 78592 is unincorporated Cameron County land, in the community of Santa Maria: 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. 78592 also covers:
- Iglesia Antigua (community)~18% of residents
- Santa Maria (community)~54% 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 78592 based on Cameron County ordinances.
Parking Rules
4 rulesTrash & Recycling
2 rulesFire Regulations
1 ruleOutdoor Cooking
1 ruleBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
2 rules- Setback RulesLight
- Lot Coverage LimitsLight
Solar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
1 rule- Pool PermitsSome
Water Use Rules
1 ruleEnvironmental Rules
4 rulesSign Regulations
2 rulesBuilding Safety
3 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
1 rule- Secondhand DealersSignificant
Property Maintenance
1 rule- Property BlightSignificant
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlLight
Accessory Structures
2 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome