Rules for ZIP Code 79602
Abilene, TX · Taylor County
113 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 79602 is governed by the city of Abilene, TX, home to about 85% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Abilene'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. 79602 also covers:
- unincorporated Taylor County~15% of residents
- Potosi (community)~12% 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 79602 based on Abilene ordinances.
Noise Ordinances
7 rules- Quiet HoursSome
- Leaf Blower RulesFew
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundLight
- Barking DogsSome
- Vehicle NoiseLight
Short-Term Rentals
5 rulesSign Regulations
5 rulesDrone Rules
2 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
2 rulesLandscaping Rules
6 rulesCannabis Regulations
2 rulesEnvironmental Rules
4 rules- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Flood ZonesSome
Animal Ordinances
6 rules- Pet LimitsSome
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesParking Rules
7 rules- Driveway RulesSome
- RV & Boat ParkingSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant
Fire Regulations
2 rulesPublic Conduct
6 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- JaywalkingSome
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Public UrinationSome
- Public Alcohol UseSome
Fence Regulations
2 rules- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Height LimitsSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleBusiness Licensing & Operations
7 rules- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- PawnbrokersSome
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSome
Accessory Structures
2 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome
Trash & Recycling
7 rulesHome Business
5 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
4 rules- Street Fair RulesSome
- Block Party PermitsLight
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Parade PermitsSome
Water Use Rules
3 rulesPublic Health Rules
2 rulesRight to Farm
1 ruleOutdoor Lighting
2 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesRental Property Rules
2 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
- Red-Light CamerasFew
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesSolar Energy
2 rules- Panel PermitsFew
- HOA RestrictionsSignificant
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome