Rules for ZIP Code 94971
Tomales, CA · Marin County
139 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Marin County.
ZIP code 94971 is unincorporated Marin County land, in the community of Tomales: about 100% 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 94971 based on Marin County ordinances.
Short-Term Rentals
7 rulesParking Rules
9 rulesFence Regulations
4 rulesLandscaping Rules
6 rules- Weed OrdinancesSome
- CompostingFew
- Rainwater HarvestingFew
- Tree TrimmingSome
- Water RestrictionsSignificant
Rental Property Rules
3 rules- Rental RegistrationSignificant
- Rent Increase NoticeSome
- Just Cause EvictionSignificant
Trash & Recycling
8 rules- Illegal DumpingHeavy
- Recycling RequirementsSome
- Collection ScheduleSignificant
- Recycling RulesSome
- Bin Placement RulesSome
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Dispensary ZoningHeavy
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Property Maintenance
1 rule- Property BlightSome
Building Safety
8 rulesEnvironmental Rules
7 rules- Boat Dock PermitsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Vehicle Idling RestrictionsSome
- Erosion ControlSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
2 rules- Generator NoiseSome
- Car Alarm LimitsLight
Mobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Bike Lane RulesSome
- E-Bike ClassesSome
Filming & Production
3 rules- Street ClosuresSome
- Student FilmingLight
- Location PermitsSome
Public Conduct
6 rules- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Public UrinationSignificant
- Loitering RulesLight
- Outdoor Smoking RestrictionsSignificant
- Skateboarding RulesSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesHomelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleAnimal Ordinances
10 rules- Pet Groomer RulesSome
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Bird ProtectionSome
- Chickens & LivestockSome
Special Events & Permits
2 rules- Park Event PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
Outdoor Cooking
1 rule- BBQ & Propane RulesSignificant
Historic Preservation
1 ruleAccessory Structures
3 rules- ADU RulesSome
- ADU Owner OccupancySome
- Shed & Carport RulesLight
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rulesTobacco & Vaping
1 ruleWater Use Rules
2 rulesRight to Farm
2 rulesSign Regulations
3 rules- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Holiday DisplaysFew
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHome Business
4 rulesFire Regulations
7 rules- Outdoor BurningHeavy
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresHeavy
- Wildfire ZonesSome
- Propane StorageSome
- Brush ClearanceLight
Noise Ordinances
4 rulesHotels & Lodging
1 ruleData Centers & Crypto Mining
2 rules- Data Center Zoning & SitingSignificant
- Data Center Noise LimitsSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rules- Sidewalk & Mobile VendingSignificant
- Vending ZonesSignificant
- Food Truck PermitsSome
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Public Health Rules
2 rulesBusiness Licensing & Operations
3 rules- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSignificant
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
HOA Rules
1 ruleDrone Rules
1 ruleSolar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsLight
Local Taxes & Fees
1 ruleZoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleTree Protection
1 rule- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant