Rules for ZIP Code 93944
Monterey, CA Β· Monterey County
127 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 93944 is governed by the city of Monterey, CA, home to about 99% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Monterey'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 93944 based on Monterey ordinances.
Parking Rules
10 rules- Driveway RulesSome
- RV & Boat ParkingSome
- Curb Color RulesSome
- Street Parking LimitsSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSignificant
Fence Regulations
4 rulesPublic Conduct
7 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Aggressive PanhandlingSignificant
- Skateboarding RulesSome
- JaywalkingLight
Building Safety
7 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleAccessory Structures
4 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Rental RestrictionsSome
- ADU Impact FeesLight
Swimming Pools & Spas
1 ruleNoise Ordinances
5 rules- Barking DogsSome
- Construction HoursSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSignificant
- Leaf Blower RulesHeavy
Home Business
4 rules- Home DaycareSignificant
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
- Signage RulesHeavy
Animal Ordinances
8 rules- Pet LimitsSignificant
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Wildlife FeedingSome
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
Short-Term Rentals
4 rules- Taxes & FeesSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Host Platform LiabilityLight
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleHeavy
Special Events & Permits
3 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
7 rules- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSome
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesCurfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewSome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleMobility & Curb Rules
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesCannabis Regulations
2 rules- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
- Buffer ZonesSome
Solar Energy
2 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Food Truck PermitsSignificant
- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
Trash & Recycling
9 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleEnvironmental Rules
5 rules- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
- Erosion ControlSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSome
- Flood ZonesSome
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
Noise from Specific Sources
1 rule- Generator NoiseSome
Sign Regulations
2 rules- Window SignsSome
- Political SignsSome
Tree Protection
3 rules- Heritage & Protected TreesSignificant
- Parkway PlantingSome
- Protected Tree SpeciesSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rulesLandscaping Rules
4 rules- Tree TrimmingSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- CompostingLight
Rental Property Rules
1 rule- Rental RegistrationSignificant
Rental Inspections
1 ruleFilming & Production
1 rule- Location PermitsSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesOutdoor Cooking
2 rules- Smoker RulesSome
- BBQ & Propane RulesSome
Fire Regulations
4 rules- Outdoor BurningHeavy
- Propane StorageSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Wildfire ZonesSome