Rules for ZIP Code 94903
San Rafael, CA · Marin County
129 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 94903 is governed by the city of San Rafael, CA, home to about 71% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from San Rafael's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 94903 also covers:
- unincorporated Marin County~29% of residents
- Lucas Valley-Marinwood (community)~19% 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 94903 based on San Rafael ordinances.
Rental Property Rules
4 rules- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Rent ControlSome
- Rent Increase NoticeSome
- Just Cause EvictionSignificant
Home Business
4 rulesHomelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
- Encampment SanitationSignificant
Fire Regulations
6 rules- Propane StorageSignificant
- Wildfire ZonesSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Smoke DetectorsSome
Animal Ordinances
10 rules- BeekeepingFew
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterSignificant
- Chickens & LivestockSignificant
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSignificant
- Wildlife FeedingSignificant
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rulesAccessory Structures
5 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleMobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- E-Bike ClassesSome
Sign Regulations
5 rules- Political SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Window SignsSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
- Freeway-Facing SignsSome
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Parade PermitsSome
- Block Party PermitsSignificant
- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSignificant
- ParkletsSome
- Park Event PermitsSome
Noise from Specific Sources
1 rule- Generator NoiseSome
Noise Ordinances
5 rulesTrash & Recycling
7 rules- Bulk Item DisposalSome
- Collection ScheduleSome
- Dumpster RulesSome
- Illegal DumpingSignificant
- Bin Placement RulesSome
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
- Erosion ControlSome
- Flood ZonesSome
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Local Taxes & Fees
1 ruleParking Rules
9 rules- Abandoned VehiclesSome
- Curb Color RulesSome
- Driveway RulesSome
- EV ChargingSome
- Street Parking LimitsSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
- No-Knock RegistrySome
Building Safety
7 rulesBuilding Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesFilming & Production
1 rule- Street ClosuresSome
Solar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleRental Inspections
2 rules- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
- Tenant Complaint ProcessSome
Outdoor Lighting
1 ruleBusiness Licensing & Operations
6 rules- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- PawnbrokersSome
- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
Landscaping Rules
4 rulesDrone Rules
1 rule- Park Drone RestrictionsSignificant
Public Conduct
6 rules- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- JaywalkingLight
- Loitering RulesSome
- Skateboarding RulesSome
- Public Alcohol UseHeavy
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Public Health Rules
2 rules- Food Handler CertificationSignificant
- Rodent ControlSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rules- Pool PermitsSome
- Fencing & Safety RequirementsSignificant
Fence Regulations
4 rulesCannabis Regulations
1 rule- Dispensary ZoningHeavy