It is illegal to possess or use fireworks in Mesquite. Possession carries fines up to $585; discharge carries fines up to $835 in city fines and court costs.
Mesquite strictly prohibits the possession, storage, sale, provision, use, ignition, discharge, or explosion of dangerous fireworks within city limits. This applies year-round including holidays. Possession of illegal fireworks carries up to $585 in city fines and court costs. Discharge of illegal fireworks carries up to $835 in city fines and court costs. Report fireworks to Mesquite PD or email fireworks@mesquitepolice.org.
Possession: up to $585 in fines/court costs. Discharge: up to $835 in fines/court costs.
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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...
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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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