Rules for ZIP Code 85203
Mesa, AZ Β· Maricopa County
146 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 85203 is governed by the city of Mesa, AZ, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Mesa'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 85203 based on Mesa ordinances.
Mobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
- E-Bike ClassesSome
- Bike Lane RulesLight
Sign Regulations
4 rules- Political SignsSome
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Digital BillboardsSome
- Window SignsSome
Landscaping Rules
6 rules- CompostingLight
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSome
- Native PlantsFew
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Water RestrictionsSignificant
Building Safety
6 rulesPublic Conduct
8 rules- JaywalkingSome
- Public UrinationSome
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Loud Party OrdinanceSome
- Public Marijuana UseSignificant
Short-Term Rentals
9 rulesSpecial Events & Permits
5 rules- Block Party PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
Right to Farm
1 ruleParking Rules
9 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rulesAnimal Ordinances
8 rules- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
Local Taxes & Fees
1 ruleNoise Ordinances
6 rules- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Aircraft NoiseSignificant
- Barking DogsSome
- Quiet HoursSome
- Construction HoursSome
Business Licensing & Operations
6 rules- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- PawnbrokersSome
- Secondhand DealersSome
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSome
Accessory Structures
3 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsSome
- ADU RulesSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesHotels & Lodging
2 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSome
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSignificant
Rental Inspections
2 rulesTrash & Recycling
8 rules- Recycling RulesSome
- Illegal DumpingSome
- Valet Trash RulesSome
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Bulk Item DisposalSome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 ruleOutdoor Lighting
3 rulesInvasive Plant Rules
2 rulesCannabis Regulations
3 rules- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Home CultivationSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 rule- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
Data Centers & Crypto Mining
4 rulesEnvironmental Rules
3 rules- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood ZonesSome
Tree Protection
2 rulesDrone Rules
2 rules- Park Drone RestrictionsSignificant
- Commercial DronesHeavy
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
- Encampment SanitationHeavy
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Fence Regulations
3 rulesEmployment Preemption
2 rulesFirearms
1 ruleRental Property Rules
2 rulesFire Regulations
3 rulesPublic Health Rules
1 rule- Syringe DisposalSome
Single-Use Items
1 ruleWater Use Rules
1 ruleSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesSolar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesHome Business
4 rules- Home DaycareSome
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Signage RulesSignificant
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome