Rules for ZIP Code 94040
Mountain View, CA · Santa Clara County
160 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 94040 is governed by the city of Mountain View, CA, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Mountain View'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 94040 based on Mountain View ordinances.
Fence Regulations
4 rulesTrash & Recycling
8 rulesNoise Ordinances
7 rules- Leaf Blower RulesSome
- Construction HoursSome
- Vehicle NoiseHeavy
- Barking DogsSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesFire Regulations
6 rules- Wildfire ZonesSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- Propane StorageSignificant
Landscaping Rules
8 rules- Artificial TurfSome
- Water RestrictionsSignificant
- Native PlantsSome
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Tree TrimmingSome
Home Business
4 rulesEnvironmental Rules
4 rulesShort-Term Rentals
8 rules- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome
- Host Presence RuleSome
- Night CapsSome
- Extended Home ShareSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
Water Use Rules
2 rules- Recycled Water RulesSignificant
- Leak Reporting DutyLight
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rules- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
- Obstruction RulesSome
Public Conduct
7 rulesAnimal Ordinances
14 rules- BeekeepingSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterHeavy
- Pet Store RulesSignificant
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- Pet LimitsSome
Sign Regulations
3 rules- Freeway-Facing SignsHeavy
- Window SignsSome
- Political SignsSome
Special Events & Permits
6 rules- ParkletsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
- Parade PermitsSignificant
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Vending ZonesSome
- Food Truck PermitsLight
Rental Property Rules
5 rules- Just Cause EvictionSignificant
- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Rental RegistrationSome
- Rent Increase NoticeSignificant
- Rent ControlHeavy
Business Licensing & Operations
6 rules- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- PawnbrokersHeavy
Building Safety
10 rulesLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleParking Rules
10 rules- Overnight ParkingSome
- EV ChargingSome
- Curb Color RulesSignificant
- Driveway RulesSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Tree Protection
3 rules- Heritage & Protected TreesSignificant
- Parkway PlantingSome
- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
Accessory Structures
6 rulesCannabis Regulations
1 rule- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Solar Energy
3 rules- Expedited Solar PermittingSome
- Panel PermitsSome
- HOA RestrictionsSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
1 ruleHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleHOA Rules
5 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesData Centers & Crypto Mining
2 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rules- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
- Property BlightSignificant
Rental Inspections
2 rules- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
- Tenant Complaint ProcessLight
Mobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- Bike Lane RulesSome
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 rule- Encampment SanitationSignificant
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleOutdoor Cooking
1 ruleRight to Farm
1 ruleGambling & Gaming
1 rule- Card Room LicensingHeavy