Texas tracks historic resources via the Texas Historic Sites Atlas administered by the Texas Historical Commission. Dallas County has limited landmark authority; cities designate most local landmarks. Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks carry state recognition.
Texas operates a layered historic recognition system. The Texas Historical Commission maintains the Texas Historic Sites Atlas listing National Register, State Antiquities Landmarks, Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks, and Historical Markers. Dallas County itself does not run a county landmark designation program; it owns and maintains historic properties (Old Red Courthouse, Records Building) under separate stewardship. City of Dallas designates Local Landmarks under Chapter 51A. State Antiquities Landmark designation requires permission from the Texas Historical Commission for alterations to publicly owned historic properties. Property owners seeking landmark recognition typically pursue National Register or RTHL through THC, plus city-level designation for design controls.
County has no landmark enforcement. State Antiquities Landmark unauthorized alteration may incur THC penalties; city violations follow municipal codes.
Other ordinances people look up for this city. Green dot = verified primary-source excerpt.
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.
Side-by-side rule comparisons with other cities in Dallas County.
See how Mesquite's historic-cultural monuments rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.