Rules for ZIP Code 80222
Denver, CO
158 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 80222 is governed by the city of Denver, CO, home to about 85% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Denver'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. 80222 also covers:
- unincorporated Denver County~15% of residents · not covered yet
- Holly Hills (community)~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 80222 based on Denver ordinances.
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
- Encampment SanitationHeavy
Building Safety
8 rules- Plumbing PermitsSome
- Electrical PermitsSome
- Green Building CodeSome
- Childcare Center RulesSignificant
- Carbon Monoxide DetectorsSome
Environmental Rules
4 rules- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Erosion ControlSome
Trash & Recycling
9 rules- Illegal DumpingSome
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Recycling RulesSome
- Mandatory Organics RecyclingSignificant
- Collection ScheduleSome
Noise Ordinances
7 rules- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSome
- Vehicle NoiseSignificant
- Aircraft NoiseLight
- Construction HoursSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesPublic Health Rules
2 rules- Rodent ControlSignificant
- Syringe DisposalFew
Right to Farm
1 ruleWater Use Rules
1 ruleLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Encroachment PermitsSome
- Obstruction RulesSignificant
- Sidewalk RepairSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
4 rulesShort-Term Rentals
7 rules- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSignificant
- Host Platform LiabilityHeavy
- Extended Home ShareSignificant
- Occupancy LimitsFew
- Insurance RequirementsSome
Animal Ordinances
11 rules- Cat RulesSignificant
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
- MicrochippingSome
- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Pet LimitsHeavy
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Tree Protection
3 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
4 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
8 rules- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSome
Home Business
3 rulesOutdoor Lighting
2 rulesAccessory Structures
5 rules- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Owner OccupancySome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Tiny HomesSignificant
- ADU Rental RestrictionsSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rulesRental Inspections
2 rules- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
- Tenant Complaint ProcessSome
Parking Rules
8 rulesFirearms
1 ruleFrost Depth & Snow Load
3 rules- Building Design CriteriaSome
- Frost Line DepthSome
- Ground Snow LoadSignificant
Public Conduct
7 rules- Loud Party OrdinanceSome
- Public Marijuana UseSignificant
- JaywalkingSome
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Public UrinationHeavy
Filming & Production
1 rule- Location PermitsSignificant
Special Events & Permits
4 rules- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSome
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSignificant
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleDrone Rules
1 ruleCannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Sign Regulations
6 rules- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Freeway-Facing SignsHeavy
- Holiday DisplaysSome
- Political SignsLight
Tobacco & Vaping
2 rulesLandscaping Rules
5 rulesRental Property Rules
2 rulesFence Regulations
4 rulesSoliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
- No-Knock RegistrySome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
3 rules- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Solar Energy
1 ruleFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Food Truck PermitsSome
- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant