Rules for ZIP Code 95356
Modesto, CA Β· Stanislaus County
139 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 95356 is governed by the city of Modesto, CA, home to about 85% 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. 95356 also covers:
- unincorporated Stanislaus County~15% 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. Each page quotes the official code section and links to its source.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 95356 based on Modesto ordinances.
Rental Property Rules
4 rules- Rental RegistrationSome
- Repairs & HabitabilitySome
- Rent Increase NoticeSome
- Rent ControlSignificant
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
- PawnbrokersSome
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSignificant
Parking Rules
9 rules- Loading ZonesSome
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSignificant
- Commercial & Oversized VehiclesSome
- RV & Boat ParkingHeavy
- Abandoned VehiclesSome
Fire Regulations
6 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- FireworksHeavy
- Brush ClearanceFew
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresHeavy
- Propane StorageSignificant
Building Safety
7 rulesLandscaping 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- Dark Sky RulesSome
- Billboard LightingSome
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
Short-Term Rentals
3 rules- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rulesHistoric Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Employment Preemption
1 ruleOutdoor Cooking
1 ruleMobility & Curb Rules
1 rule- TNC Pickup ZonesSome
Property Maintenance
2 rulesFence Regulations
5 rules- Fence Permit RequirementsSome
- Retaining WallsSome
- Material RestrictionsSignificant
- Neighbor Fence RulesFew
- Height LimitsSome
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
2 rules- Density Bonus LawSome
- Downtown Design GuideSignificant
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesSolar Energy
1 ruleTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
Accessory Structures
3 rules- ADU RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome