Rules for ZIP Code 80303
Boulder, CO · Boulder County
143 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 80303 is governed by the city of Boulder, CO, home to about 86% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Boulder'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. 80303 also covers:
- unincorporated Boulder County~13% 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 80303 based on Boulder ordinances.
Trash & Recycling
11 rulesParking Rules
9 rules- Preferential Parking DistrictsSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant
- RV & Boat ParkingSome
- EV ChargingSome
- Driveway RulesSome
Landscaping Rules
5 rules- CompostingLight
- Tree TrimmingSome
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSome
- Water RestrictionsSignificant
Public Conduct
8 rules- Public Marijuana UseHeavy
- Aggressive PanhandlingSome
- Public UrinationSignificant
- Loud Party OrdinanceSome
- Public Alcohol UseSome
Animal Ordinances
7 rules- Wildlife FeedingSignificant
- Bird ProtectionSignificant
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome
- Cat RulesLight
Noise Ordinances
8 rules- Quiet HoursSome
- Aircraft NoiseSignificant
- Construction HoursSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
4 rules- Red-Light CamerasSome
- Bike Lane RulesSome
- E-Bike ClassesSome
- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Parade PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSome
- Block Party PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Erosion ControlSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Defensible SpaceSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
Business Licensing & Operations
4 rules- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
Fire Regulations
7 rules- FireworksHeavy
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Brush ClearanceSome
- Outdoor BurningHeavy
- Propane StorageSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- Solicitor PermitsSome
- No-Knock RegistryHeavy
Short-Term Rentals
9 rules- Noise RulesSome
- Host Platform LiabilitySome
- Taxes & FeesSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Short-Term Rental PermitsHeavy
Fence Regulations
5 rules- Fence Permit RequirementsSome
- Neighbor Fence RulesSome
- Retaining WallsSome
- Height LimitsSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
Solar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Obstruction RulesSignificant
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
Water Use Rules
2 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleOutdoor Lighting
2 rulesSign Regulations
3 rules- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Window SignsSome
- Political SignsLight
Immigration Policy
1 rule- Sanctuary Policy PreemptionSignificant
Building Safety
9 rulesAccessory Structures
5 rules- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Impact FeesFew
- Tiny HomesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU Rental RestrictionsSignificant
Rental Property Rules
2 rules- Rental RegistrationSignificant
- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
Home Business
3 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
Property Maintenance
3 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
2 rulesRental Inspections
2 rulesPublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Cannabis Regulations
1 rule- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Encampment SanitationHeavy
- Sit-Lie RulesSome
Tobacco & Vaping
1 ruleInvasive Plant Rules
1 ruleCurfew Laws
1 rule- Juvenile CurfewSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
1 rule- Pool PermitsSome
Right to Farm
1 ruleTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome