Rules for ZIP Code 95129
San Jose, CA Β· Santa Clara County
199 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 95129 is governed by the city of San Jose, CA, home to about 100% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from San Jose'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 95129 based on San Jose ordinances.
Special Events & Permits
6 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSignificant
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Parade PermitsSome
- ParkletsSome
- Block Party PermitsSome
Noise Ordinances
8 rules- Barking DogsSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Aircraft NoiseSignificant
- Construction HoursSome
- Leaf Blower RulesSome
Rental Property Rules
12 rules- Just Cause EvictionSignificant
- Section 8 Voucher AcceptanceSome
- Rent Increase NoticeSome
- Tenant Anti-HarassmentHeavy
- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
Public Health Rules
3 rulesHome Business
4 rules- Signage RulesSignificant
- Home DaycareFew
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
Parking Rules
10 rules- Loading ZonesSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSignificant
- Driveway RulesSome
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSignificant
- Overnight ParkingSome
Sign Regulations
4 rules- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsHeavy
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Political SignsSome
Animal Ordinances
14 rules- Pet LimitsSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterSome
- MicrochippingLight
- Pet Store RulesSome
- Wildlife Rescue PermitsSome
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 rule- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
Trash & Recycling
10 rulesPublic Conduct
8 rules- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- JaywalkingSome
- Public UrinationSome
- Loitering RulesSome
Fence Regulations
4 rulesTobacco & Vaping
1 ruleMobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Shared E-Scooter RulesSignificant
- Bike Lane RulesSome
Right to Farm
2 rulesLandscaping Rules
7 rules- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Rainwater HarvestingLight
- Native PlantsFew
- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Water RestrictionsSome
Building Safety
8 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rulesCannabis Regulations
4 rules- Personal Cultivation LimitsSome
- Buffer ZonesSome
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
- Home CultivationSignificant
Accessory Structures
5 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsSome
- Tiny HomesSome
- ADU Rental RestrictionsSignificant
- ADU RulesSome
Environmental Rules
6 rulesDrone Rules
1 ruleBusiness Licensing & Operations
7 rules- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
Employment Preemption
3 rulesSingle-Use Items
2 rulesFirearms
3 rules- Concealed CarryHeavy
- Firearms in VehiclesHeavy
- Open CarrySome
Short-Term Rentals
8 rulesData Centers & Crypto Mining
2 rules- Data Center Zoning & SitingSignificant
- Data Center Noise LimitsSome
Curfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Tree Protection
3 rules- Protected Tree SpeciesSignificant
- Parkway PlantingSome
- Heritage & Protected TreesSignificant
Fire Regulations
6 rules- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Wildfire ZonesSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Brush ClearanceSome
- Smoke DetectorsSome
Water Use Rules
2 rulesHOA Rules
6 rulesHotels & Lodging
2 rulesSwimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesOutdoor Lighting
2 rulesSolar Energy
3 rulesImmigration Policy
1 ruleLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleRental Inspections
1 rule- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleProperty Maintenance
3 rules- Property BlightSome
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSignificant
- Snow & Sidewalk ClearingSome
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesSoliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
- No-Knock RegistrySome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Obstruction RulesSignificant
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
Noise from Specific Sources
2 rulesInvasive Plant Rules
2 rules- Prohibited SpeciesHeavy
- Front Yard GardensSome