Rules for ZIP Code 95317
El Nido, CA · Merced County
121 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Merced County.
ZIP code 95317 is unincorporated Merced County land, in the community of El Nido: 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.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 95317 also covers:
- El Nido (community)~14% 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 95317 based on Merced County ordinances.
Noise Ordinances
6 rules- Quiet HoursSome
- Construction HoursSome
- Barking DogsLight
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Decibel LimitsSome
Short-Term Rentals
8 rules- Noise RulesSome
- Taxes & FeesSome
- Night CapsSignificant
- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSignificant
Parking Rules
7 rules- EV ChargingSome
- Street Parking LimitsSome
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSome
- Abandoned VehiclesSignificant
- Loading ZonesSome
Landscaping Rules
4 rules- Rainwater HarvestingLight
- Weed OrdinancesSome
- Native PlantsSome
- CompostingLight
Accessory Structures
5 rules- Tiny HomesSome
- ADU Owner OccupancySome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU Rental RestrictionsHeavy
- ADU RulesSome
Animal Ordinances
12 rules- Dog Leash LawsSome
- BeekeepingSignificant
- Bird ProtectionHeavy
- Pet Store RulesSignificant
- Cat RulesSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleTrash & Recycling
8 rulesFence Regulations
3 rules- Height LimitsSome
- Retaining WallsSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
Cannabis Regulations
1 rule- Dispensary ZoningHeavy
Business Licensing & Operations
7 rules- PawnbrokersSome
- Tattoo & Body ModificationSome
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
Rental Property Rules
1 rule- Rental RegistrationSignificant
Environmental Rules
5 rules- Stormwater ManagementSome
- Erosion ControlSome
- Boat Dock PermitsSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Flood ZonesSome
Building Safety
6 rulesCurfew Laws
2 rules- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
- Park CurfewSome
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
2 rules- Vending ZonesSome
- Food Truck PermitsSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
1 rule- Solicitor PermitsSignificant
Swimming Pools & Spas
1 ruleSolar Energy
2 rulesFire Regulations
3 rules- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSignificant
- FireworksSignificant
- Outdoor BurningSignificant
Outdoor Cooking
1 rule- Smoker RulesLight
Home Business
5 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rules- Obstruction RulesSome
- Encroachment PermitsSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
1 ruleSign Regulations
5 rules- Political SignsLight
- Holiday DisplaysLight
- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSignificant
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
Special Events & Permits
3 rules- Sidewalk Dining & CafésSome
- Street Fair RulesSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
Tree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Property Maintenance
2 rules- Property BlightSignificant
- Vacant Lot MaintenanceSome
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleData Centers & Crypto Mining
2 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- Bike Lane RulesSome
Noise from Specific Sources
1 rule- Generator NoiseSome
Public Conduct
2 rules- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Loitering RulesSome
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
1 ruleHotels & Lodging
1 ruleRight to Farm
2 rulesPublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Gambling & Gaming
1 rule- Card Room LicensingSignificant