Rules for ZIP Code 95351
Modesto, CA Β· Stanislaus County
139 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 95351 is governed by the city of Modesto, CA, home to about 58% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Modesto'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. 95351 also covers:
- city of Ceres~19% of residents
- unincorporated Stanislaus County~23% of residents
- Bystrom (community)~11% 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 95351 based on Modesto ordinances.
Rental Property Rules
4 rules- Rental RegistrationSome
- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Rent ControlSignificant
- Rent Increase NoticeSome
Special Events & Permits
5 rules- Block Party PermitsSome
- Parade PermitsSignificant
- Park Event PermitsSome
- Sidewalk Dining & CafΓ©sSome
- Outdoor Heater RulesLight
Noise Ordinances
7 rules- Aircraft NoiseSome
- Amplified Music & Outdoor SoundSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Leaf Blower RulesSignificant
- Quiet HoursSome
Environmental Rules
4 rules- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Erosion ControlSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
Business Licensing & Operations
8 rules- Towing CompaniesSignificant
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSignificant
- Massage EstablishmentsSignificant
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
Parking Rules
9 rules- Loading ZonesSome
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSignificant
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSome
- RV & Boat ParkingHeavy
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
Building Safety
7 rulesFire Regulations
6 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Brush ClearanceFew
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresHeavy
- Propane StorageSignificant
Landscaping Rules
6 rules- Tree Removal & Heritage TreesSignificant
- Native PlantsSome
- Weed OrdinancesSignificant
- CompostingFew
- Tree TrimmingLight
Public Conduct
7 rules- Loud Party OrdinanceSignificant
- JaywalkingSome
- Skateboarding RulesSignificant
- Public Alcohol UseSignificant
- Loitering RulesSignificant
Filming & Production
1 rule- Location PermitsSignificant
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleAnimal Ordinances
11 rules- MicrochippingLight
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterSome
- Cat RulesSome
- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome
Trash & Recycling
8 rulesTobacco & Vaping
1 ruleLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rules- Obstruction RulesSome
- Sidewalk RepairSome
Public Health Rules
2 rulesCurfew Laws
2 rules- Park CurfewSome
- Juvenile CurfewSignificant
Homelessness & Encampment Rules
2 rules- Sit-Lie RulesSignificant
- Encampment SanitationHeavy
Garage & Yard Sales
1 ruleFood Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesHome Business
4 rules- Signage RulesHeavy
- Home DaycareSome
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSignificant
Outdoor Lighting
2 rules- Billboard LightingSome
- Dark Sky RulesSome
Sign Regulations
5 rules- Garage Sale SignsLight
- Freeway-Facing SignsSignificant
- Window SignsSome
- Political SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSignificant
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rules- No-Knock RegistrySignificant
- Solicitor PermitsHeavy
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Buffer ZonesSignificant
- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesShort-Term Rentals
3 rules- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Fence Regulations
5 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Employment Preemption
1 ruleOutdoor Cooking
1 ruleMobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- TNC Pickup ZonesSome
Property Maintenance
2 rulesZoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
- Density Bonus LawSome