Rules for ZIP Code 94586
Sunol, CA · Alameda County
134 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Alameda County.
ZIP code 94586 is unincorporated Alameda County land, in the community of Sunol: about 69% 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. 94586 also covers:
- city of Hayward~31% 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 94586 based on Alameda County ordinances.
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSome
Environmental Rules
4 rules- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
- Flood ZonesSome
Noise Ordinances
7 rulesBuilding Safety
7 rulesRight to Farm
2 rulesGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleTrash & Recycling
8 rules- Pickup Rules & SchedulesSignificant
- Bin Placement RulesSome
- Recycling RequirementsSome
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Yard Waste CollectionSome
Local Taxes & Fees
1 ruleParking Rules
8 rulesPublic Health Rules
4 rulesFence Regulations
4 rulesPublic Conduct
5 rules- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Loitering RulesSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Obstruction RulesSignificant
- Encroachment PermitsSome
- Sidewalk RepairSome
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Water Use Rules
1 rule- Recycled Water RulesLight
Business Licensing & Operations
5 rules- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSignificant
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesLandscaping Rules
7 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHome Business
4 rules- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Signage RulesSignificant
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSignificant
- Home DaycareSome
Sign Regulations
2 rules- Window SignsSome
- Political SignsLight
Animal Ordinances
7 rules- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterSome
- Breed RestrictionsLight
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Exotic PetsSignificant
Accessory Structures
5 rules- ADU Impact FeesFew
- Garage ConversionsSignificant
- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Tiny HomesLight
Rental Property Rules
4 rules- Repairs & HabitabilitySignificant
- Rent Increase NoticeSome
- Rent ControlLight
- Just Cause EvictionHeavy
HOA Rules
5 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
5 rules- Delivery Truck NoiseSome
- HVAC & Mechanical NoiseSome
- Low-Frequency Bass LimitsSignificant
- Car Alarm LimitsSome
- Bar & Nightclub NoiseSome
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleRental Inspections
1 ruleSolar Energy
3 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Density Bonus LawSome
- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Cannabis Regulations
1 rule- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Fire Regulations
4 rules- FireworksHeavy
- Brush ClearanceSome
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Wildfire ZonesSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 ruleSpecial Events & Permits
1 rule- Parade PermitsSignificant
Mobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- Bike Lane RulesSome