DeSoto permits artificial turf in residential yards subject to design and drainage standards. Turf must allow proper drainage to prevent water accumulation on-site or runoff onto neighboring propertie
DeSoto permits artificial turf in residential yards subject to design and drainage standards. Turf must allow proper drainage to prevent water accumulation on-site or runoff onto neighboring properties. Front yard installations may require compliance with landscape percentage minimums (a minimum percentage of yard must remain live vegetation or xeriscape). Poor-quality or deteriorated artificial turf — faded, torn, coming loose — becomes a code violation. HOA approval is typically required in planned subdivisions. Commercial installations may require permits.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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