Rules for ZIP Code 90221
Compton, CA Β· Los Angeles County
136 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 90221 is governed by the city of Compton, CA, home to about 65% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Compton'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. 90221 also covers:
- unincorporated Los Angeles County~33% of residents
- East Rancho Dominguez (community)~32% 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 90221 based on Compton ordinances.
Gambling & Gaming
1 rule- Card Room LicensingSignificant
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rules- Encroachment PermitsSome
- Obstruction RulesSignificant
Parking Rules
9 rules- RV & Boat ParkingSome
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSignificant
- Driveway RulesSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Curb Color RulesSome
Business Licensing & Operations
6 rules- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
Public Conduct
7 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsHeavy
- Loitering RulesSome
- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
- JaywalkingSome
- Public UrinationHeavy
Building Safety
6 rulesFilming & Production
3 rules- Student FilmingSome
- Street ClosuresSignificant
- Location PermitsSome
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewSome
Trash & Recycling
11 rules- Illegal DumpingSignificant
- Mandatory Organics RecyclingSignificant
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Bin Placement RulesSome
- Bulk Item DisposalSome
Noise Ordinances
6 rules- Quiet HoursSome
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSignificant
- Construction HoursSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
Landscaping Rules
8 rules- CompostingFew
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Water RestrictionsSome
- Native PlantsLight
- Weed OrdinancesSome
Special Events & Permits
4 rules- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Block Party PermitsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
Sign Regulations
6 rules- Digital BillboardsSignificant
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Window SignsSome
- Holiday DisplaysLight
- Garage Sale SignsSome
Noise from Specific Sources
1 ruleTree Protection
2 rules- Parkway PlantingSignificant
- Heritage & Protected TreesSome
Accessory Structures
6 rules- Garage ConversionsSome
- ADU Owner OccupancySome
- ADU Impact FeesLight
- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
Animal Ordinances
5 rules- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Pet LimitsSome
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- Exotic PetsSignificant
Environmental Rules
5 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesOutdoor Lighting
2 rulesPublic Health Rules
2 rules- Rodent ControlSome
- Syringe DisposalSome
Home Business
5 rules- Signage RulesHeavy
- Home DaycareHeavy
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSignificant
- Cottage Food OperationsSome
Fence Regulations
5 rules- Fence Permit RequirementsSome
- Height LimitsSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Retaining WallsSome
- Neighbor Fence RulesLight
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Outdoor BurningHeavy
- FireworksHeavy
- Wildfire ZonesSome
- Brush ClearanceSome
Property Maintenance
2 rulesTobacco & Vaping
1 ruleRental Property Rules
4 rules- Just Cause EvictionHeavy
- Repairs & HabitabilitySignificant
- Rental RegistrationSome
- Rent ControlLight
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleSolar Energy
1 ruleCannabis Regulations
2 rules- Dispensary ZoningHeavy
- Home CultivationSignificant
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleData Centers & Crypto Mining
2 rules- Data Center Noise LimitsSome
- Data Center Zoning & SitingSignificant