Texas has no statewide cool roof mandate, and Dallas County applies cool roof specifications only to its own facilities through capital project standards. Private buildings follow the Texas adopted International Energy Conservation Code without specific cool roof requirements.
Dallas County Facilities Management requires reflective Energy Star-rated roofing membranes on county building re-roof projects to reduce HVAC load. Private residential and commercial roofs follow the 2015 IECC adopted by Texas and any city amendments. Some Dallas County cities have adopted higher cool roof reflectance thresholds, but the county tier does not regulate private roofs. Solar reflective index (SRI) targets typically apply only to low-slope roofs on county buildings, not steep-slope residential roofs. Property owners pursuing cool roof rebates can check Oncor and CoServ utility programs.
Because there is no countywide private cool roof mandate, residents face no county penalties. Contractors on county projects who install non-conforming roofing may have payment withheld until compliant materials are installed.
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Mesquite, TX
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.
Mesquite, TX
Outdoor music in Mesquite is allowed but cannot be plainly audible at neighboring residences after 10 p.m.; commercial venues need special event permits.
Mesquite, TX
Commercial vehicles over 1 ton or with commercial markings cannot park on Mesquite residential streets overnight; semi-trucks and trailers face stricter limits.
Mesquite, TX
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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