Irving is in the DFW urban core with low wildfire risk. No VHFHSZ-designated areas exist within city limits. Dallas County burn bans apply during drought conditions.
Irving is a densely developed urban city in the DFW metroplex with no designated Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ) or wildland-urban interface areas. The Texas A&M Forest Service does not classify Irving as a high wildfire risk community. However, Dallas County may issue burn bans during extended drought conditions, which restrict outdoor burning in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. Irving adopts the International Fire Code (2021 Edition) as adopted by Ordinance 2023-10699. Residents should maintain defensible space by keeping vegetation trimmed and removing dead brush from properties, consistent with general property maintenance codes.
Violating a county burn ban is a Class C misdemeanor with fines up to $500.
Irving, TX
Irving Ch. 22 restricts amplified sound that disturbs the peace. Loudspeakers and amplifiers are prohibited when they create unreasonable disturbance. Quiet ...
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Irving Ch. 22 makes unreasonably loud animal noise a per se violation. The owner, controller, or caretaker is responsible. Licensed animal facilities are exe...
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Irving restricts overnight parking of oversized vehicles and trailers in residential areas. Standard passenger vehicles may park overnight on streets where n...
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Retaining walls at or below grade are excluded from fence height measurements. Walls exceeding 4 feet require engineering. Building permits are required for ...
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Texas Property Code § 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning beekeeping that complies with TX Apiary Inspection Act. Irving allows beekeeping subject to nuisanc...
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Irving does not impose breed-specific bans. Dogs deemed dangerous or vicious under Ch. 6 are regulated regardless of breed. Dangerous dog registration and en...
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