Rules for ZIP Code 93923
Carmel, CA · Monterey County
132 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Monterey County.
ZIP code 93923 is unincorporated Monterey County land: about 94% 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.
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 93923 based on Monterey County ordinances.
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleGambling & Gaming
1 rule- Card Room LicensingSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
1 rule- Generator NoiseSome
Business Licensing & Operations
5 rules- Tattoo & Body ModificationSome
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
Tobacco & Vaping
1 ruleAnimal Ordinances
9 rules- Mandatory Spay/NeuterSome
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSignificant
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Pet LimitsSome
- Dog Leash LawsSome
Public Conduct
4 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleShort-Term Rentals
11 rules- Repeat Violator StrikesSome
- Taxes & FeesSignificant
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Extended Home ShareSome
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSome
Local Taxes & Fees
1 ruleFilming & Production
2 rules- Street ClosuresSignificant
- Location PermitsSignificant
Trash & Recycling
6 rulesEnvironmental Rules
5 rulesPublic Health Rules
2 rules- Rodent ControlSome
- Bed-Bug RulesLight
Special Events & Permits
4 rules- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Block Party PermitsSome
Drone Rules
2 rules- Event Drone RestrictionsSignificant
- Park Drone RestrictionsSignificant
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Building Safety
6 rules- Plumbing PermitsSome
- Electrical PermitsSome
- Fire Sprinkler RequirementsSignificant
- Building PermitsSome
- Green Building CodeSome
Water Use Rules
2 rulesSolar Energy
2 rulesRental Property Rules
1 ruleSign Regulations
3 rules- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Political SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
Accessory Structures
5 rules- ADU Owner OccupancySome
- Garage ConversionsSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Rental RestrictionsSignificant
Fence Regulations
4 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesLandscaping Rules
7 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
1 rule- Pool PermitsSome
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Outdoor Lighting
1 ruleCurfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Noise Ordinances
5 rules- Barking DogsSome
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSome
- Aircraft NoiseSome
- Construction HoursSignificant
- Quiet HoursLight
Parking Rules
9 rulesHome Business
3 rulesFire Regulations
6 rules- Wildfire ZonesSome
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Brush ClearanceSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
Right to Farm
2 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleMobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- E-Bike ClassesSome
Data Centers & Crypto Mining
2 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rulesInvasive Plant Rules
1 ruleRental Inspections
1 ruleSoliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant