Rules for ZIP Code 85748
Tucson, AZ · Pima County
147 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 85748 is governed by the city of Tucson, AZ, home to about 88% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Tucson'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. 85748 also covers:
- unincorporated Pima County~12% of residents
- Tanque Verde (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 85748 based on Tucson ordinances.
Animal Ordinances
12 rules- Pet Store RulesSignificant
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- BeekeepingSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Exotic PetsSignificant
Public Conduct
8 rules- JaywalkingSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSome
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Public UrinationSome
- Loitering RulesSignificant
Sign Regulations
4 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesShort-Term Rentals
4 rulesTobacco & Vaping
1 ruleHotels & Lodging
1 ruleTrash & Recycling
7 rules- Illegal DumpingHeavy
- Collection ScheduleSignificant
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Bulk Item DisposalSome
- Recycling RequirementsSome
Special Events & Permits
3 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
3 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
7 rules- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSome
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSome
Building Safety
6 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
3 rules- Red-Light CamerasHeavy
- E-Bike ClassesSome
- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
Rental Inspections
1 ruleNoise Ordinances
7 rules- Decibel LimitsSome
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSome
- Aircraft NoiseSignificant
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Quiet HoursSome
Landscaping Rules
7 rules- Native PlantsSignificant
- Tree TrimmingSome
- CompostingLight
- Rainwater HarvestingSignificant
- Weed OrdinancesSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleParking Rules
11 rules- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- EV ChargingSome
- Towing & Impound RightsSignificant
- Overnight ParkingSome
Accessory Structures
2 rules- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Vehicle Idling RestrictionsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Erosion ControlSome
Fence Regulations
4 rulesSingle-Use Items
1 ruleRental Property Rules
6 rulesPublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Tree Protection
2 rules- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
- Parkway PlantingSome
Home Business
4 rules- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSignificant
- Signage RulesSome
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Home DaycareSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
2 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSome
- Vending ZonesSignificant
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesOutdoor Cooking
2 rulesOutdoor Lighting
2 rulesCannabis Regulations
5 rules- Social Equity LicensingFew
- Personal Cultivation LimitsSome
- Dispensary ZoningSome
- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Home CultivationSome
Firearms
1 ruleEmployment Preemption
1 ruleFire Regulations
4 rules- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- FireworksHeavy
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Encampment SanitationHeavy
- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
Invasive Plant Rules
1 ruleWater Use Rules
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
1 rule- Property BlightSignificant
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSome
- Park CurfewSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleSolar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant