Cannabis cultivation is illegal in Mesquite and throughout Texas. Possession of marijuana remains a criminal offense under Texas Health and Safety Code Ch. 481.
Home cultivation of marijuana is illegal in Mesquite, as Texas has not legalized recreational or home-grown cannabis. Possession of any amount of marijuana is a criminal offense under the Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 481 (Texas Controlled Substances Act). Texas has a limited Compassionate Use Program for low-THC cannabis (max 1% THC) for qualifying medical conditions, but home cultivation is not permitted even for medical patients. Mesquite law enforcement enforces state drug laws. Hemp products containing less than 0.3% THC are legal under the 2018 Farm Bill and Texas HB 1325.
Possession of 2 oz or less: Class B misdemeanor, up to $2,000 fine and 180 days jail. Higher amounts carry felony charges.
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Mesquite allows gas-powered leaf blowers and lawn equipment during daytime hours, generally 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., with no city-wide gas blower ban.
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Outdoor music in Mesquite is allowed but cannot be plainly audible at neighboring residences after 10 p.m.; commercial venues need special event permits.
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Commercial vehicles over 1 ton or with commercial markings cannot park on Mesquite residential streets overnight; semi-trucks and trailers face stricter limits.
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Overnight on-street parking is generally allowed in Mesquite where not signed otherwise, but vehicles cannot remain in the same spot for more than 48-72 hours.
Mesquite, TX
On-street parking in Mesquite is allowed where not signed otherwise; vehicles must park with the flow of traffic and cannot block driveways, hydrants, or sig...
Mesquite, TX
Mesquite limits residential fences to 8 feet in rear/side yards and 4 feet in front yards, with corner-lot visibility triangles enforced for traffic safety.
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