Rules for ZIP Code 95949
Grass Valley, CA · Nevada County
51 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Nevada County.
ZIP code 95949 is unincorporated Nevada County land: about 93% 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. 95949 also covers:
- Alta Sierra (community)~40% of residents · not covered yet
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 95949 based on Nevada County ordinances.
Noise Ordinances
7 rules- Quiet HoursSignificant
- Construction HoursFew
- Barking DogsSome
- Aircraft NoiseLight
- Decibel LimitsSome
Fire Regulations
5 rules- FireworksHeavy
- Wildfire ZonesLight
- Outdoor BurningSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- Brush ClearanceSome
Parking Rules
6 rulesFence Regulations
4 rulesAccessory Structures
4 rules- Tiny HomesLight
- ADU RulesFew
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsSome
Animal Ordinances
6 rules- Dog Leash LawsLight
- Pet LimitsSome
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockSome
- BeekeepingSome
Landscaping Rules
4 rulesHome Business
5 rulesShort-Term Rentals
6 rules- Repeat Violator StrikesSome
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Taxes & FeesSome
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSignificant
- Short-Term Rental PermitsSignificant