Rules for ZIP Code 80938
Colorado Springs, CO Β· El Paso County
144 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 80938 is governed by the city of Colorado Springs, CO, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Colorado Springs's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
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 80938 based on Colorado Springs ordinances.
Animal Ordinances
11 rules- Pet LimitsSome
- Breed RestrictionsFew
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterHeavy
Noise Ordinances
6 rulesShort-Term Rentals
8 rules- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Host Presence RuleSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Insurance RequirementsSome
- Taxes & FeesSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHome Business
4 rulesFrost Depth & Snow Load
2 rules- Roof Snow LoadSome
- Ground Snow LoadSignificant
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Defensible SpaceSome
- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Flood ZonesHeavy
- Erosion ControlSignificant
Public Conduct
8 rules- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Public Marijuana UseSignificant
- Aggressive PanhandlingSome
- Loitering RulesSome
- JaywalkingSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Obstruction RulesSignificant
- Encroachment PermitsSome
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSome
Special Events & Permits
3 rules- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSome
Accessory Structures
7 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU Owner OccupancySome
- ADU Impact FeesLight
- Tiny HomesSome
- ADU Rental RestrictionsHeavy
Fire Regulations
7 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Propane StorageSome
- Brush ClearanceSignificant
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- Wildfire ZonesHeavy
Trash & Recycling
7 rulesHomelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Encampment SanitationHeavy
- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
Sign Regulations
4 rules- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Holiday DisplaysSignificant
- Window SignsSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Cannabis Regulations
3 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
- Home CultivationSome
Water Use Rules
1 ruleBuilding Safety
6 rulesRental Property Rules
2 rulesParking Rules
9 rules- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant
- Loading ZonesSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
- Driveway RulesSome
- Street Parking LimitsSome
Mobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Bike Lane RulesSome
- E-Bike ClassesSome
Business Licensing & Operations
4 rules- Towing CompaniesSome
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
HOA Rules
1 rule- CC&R EnforcementLight
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesFence Regulations
5 rulesTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Landscaping Rules
7 rules- Native PlantsFew
- Artificial TurfFew
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- CompostingLight
- Tree TrimmingSome
Solar Energy
2 rules- Panel PermitsSome
- HOA RestrictionsSome
Outdoor Cooking
1 ruleInvasive Plant Rules
1 rule- Prohibited SpeciesSignificant
Property Maintenance
3 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesPublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome