Rules for ZIP Code 90502
Torrance, CA · Los Angeles County
203 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Los Angeles County.
ZIP code 90502 is unincorporated Los Angeles County land, in the community of West Carson: about 81% of its residents live outside any city or town, so the county's ordinances are the local rules here. County rules tend to differ from nearby cities in areas like noise enforcement, building setbacks, and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 90502 also covers:
- city of Los Angeles~19% of residents
- West Carson (community)~81% 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 90502 based on Los Angeles County ordinances.
Data Centers & Crypto Mining
1 rule- Data Center Zoning & SitingSignificant
Trash & Recycling
10 rules- Illegal DumpingHeavy
- Recycling RulesSome
- Collection ScheduleSome
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Bin Placement RulesLight
Rental Property Rules
7 rules- Rent ControlSignificant
- Security Deposit RulesFew
- Just Cause EvictionSignificant
- Rent Increase NoticeSome
- Source-of-Income DiscriminationSome
Public Conduct
8 rules- Skateboarding RulesSome
- Loitering RulesSignificant
- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
- Public Marijuana UseSignificant
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
Fire Regulations
6 rules- Propane StorageSome
- Brush ClearanceSignificant
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Wildfire ZonesSignificant
Filming & Production
4 rules- Student FilmingLight
- Street ClosuresSome
- Production NoiseFew
- Location PermitsSome
Building Safety
10 rules- Fire Sprinkler RequirementsSignificant
- Door Locking HardwareSome
- Carbon Monoxide DetectorsSome
- Electrical PermitsSome
- Plumbing PermitsSome
Animal Ordinances
14 rules- Coyote ManagementSignificant
- Pet LimitsSignificant
- Bird ProtectionSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Pet Groomer RulesSome
Business Licensing & Operations
8 rulesEnvironmental Rules
7 rules- Flood ZonesHeavy
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
- Erosion ControlSignificant
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
Tobacco & Vaping
2 rulesWater Use Rules
2 rulesPublic Health Rules
4 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleAccessory Structures
5 rulesLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSome
- Vending ZonesLight
Rental Inspections
2 rules- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
- Tenant Complaint ProcessSome
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleHome Business
4 rules- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
- Signage RulesSignificant
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Home DaycareFew
Sign Regulations
6 rules- Window SignsSome
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Holiday DisplaysSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
Special Events & Permits
4 rules- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSignificant
Right to Farm
2 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- Bike Lane RulesSome
Noise Ordinances
8 rules- Aircraft NoiseSome
- Leaf Blower RulesFew
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Barking DogsSome
- Construction HoursSome
Short-Term Rentals
10 rules- Host Platform LiabilitySignificant
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSignificant
- Host Presence RuleLight
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSome
Historic Preservation
2 rules- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
- HPOZ RulesSome
Parking Rules
11 rulesOutdoor Cooking
1 rule- Smoker RulesSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
3 rules- Billboard LightingSignificant
- Dark Sky RulesSignificant
- Light Trespass & ShieldingSome
Tree Protection
3 rules- Parkway PlantingSome
- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
- Heritage & Protected TreesSignificant
Firearms
3 rules- Concealed CarrySome
- Open CarryLight
- Firearms in VehiclesLight
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Personal Cultivation LimitsSome
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Single-Use Items
1 ruleImmigration Policy
1 rule- E-Verify MandatesLight
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- Solicitor PermitsSome
- No-Knock RegistryLight
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSome
- Park CurfewSignificant
Landscaping Rules
6 rules- Native PlantsSignificant
- Tree TrimmingSome
- Water RestrictionsLight
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesEmployment Preemption
1 ruleHotels & Lodging
3 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesSolar Energy
3 rulesFence Regulations
5 rules- Fence Permit RequirementsFew
- Neighbor Fence RulesSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Retaining WallsSome
- Height LimitsSome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleNoise from Specific Sources
3 rulesHOA Rules
5 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesInvasive Plant Rules
1 ruleCode Violation Reporting
1 rule- Common ViolationsSignificant
Privacy & Surveillance
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