Grand Prairie prohibits commercial signage for home occupations in residential zones. No exterior evidence of the business is permitted, including signs, banners, or advertising displays. The residential character of the property must be fully maintained.
The zoning ordinance requires home occupations to have no visible exterior indication of business activity. Commercial signs, illuminated signs, banners, yard signs, and vehicle-mounted advertising parked prominently are all prohibited. A small nameplate with the occupant's name may be permitted but cannot include business advertising. Violations are enforced by Code Compliance.
Sign removal order. Permit revocation risk. Code compliance fines $100 to $500.
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Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie Sec. 13-283 (Ord. 11192-2022) sets decibel limits by zone: Residential 65/58 dBA Leq day/night, Commercial 67/60, Industrial 70/65, Entertainme...
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Grand Prairie Sec. 13-280(12) exempts normal property maintenance noise during daytime hours (6 AM-10 PM). Leaf blowers and lawn equipment must comply with d...
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Grand Prairie Sec. 13-282 designates Noise Zone 3 for manufacturing, industrial, and governmental properties. Sec. 13-283 sets limits of 70 dBA Leq daytime /...
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Grand Prairie Ch. 29, Art. VII regulates junk/inoperable vehicles. Inoperable vehicles (wrecked, flat tires, expired registration) may not be stored visibly ...
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Grand Prairie prohibits R-panel, metal sheeting, and plywood fencing in residential areas. Only wood, masonry, chain link, wood slats, and wrought iron are a...
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Grand Prairie requires pool fences at least 48 inches tall with gaps under 4 inches from the ground. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching. Chain link...
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