Barking dog rules in Flower Mound, TX — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Flower Mound Code Sec. 6-43 prohibits animals from creating noise disturbances that unreasonably annoy neighbors. Persistent barking, howling, or whining that disturbs the peace is a code violation. Complaints are handled by Flower Mound Animal Services at (972) 874-6390.
Under Flower Mound Code of Ordinances Chapter 6 (Animals), Sec. 6-43 makes it unlawful for any animal owner to allow persistent barking, howling, whining, or other noise that creates a disturbance to neighbors or the surrounding community. The standard is based on whether the noise unreasonably disturbs the comfort or repose of persons in the vicinity. Animal Services officers investigate complaints and may issue written warnings before citations. Repeat offenders face escalating fines and potential impoundment proceedings. Texas Penal Code 42.01 also covers unreasonable animal noise as a component of disorderly conduct. Many Flower Mound HOAs including Bridlewood and Wellington have additional nuisance animal provisions in their CC&Rs that may result in HOA fines independent of town enforcement.
First offense typically receives a written warning. Subsequent violations carry fines up to $500. Chronic offenders may face animal impoundment proceedings under Chapter 6.
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