Denton has no standalone leaf blower ordinance. Leaf blowers are regulated under the general noise provisions of Sec. 17-20 and the construction-hours framework. As of January 1, 2025, Sec. 17-40(k) prohibits blowing yard waste into public streets. Commercial landscaping crews must follow construction-hour time limits.
The City of Denton does not have a dedicated leaf blower ban or restriction ordinance. Leaf blower use falls under the general noise provisions of Sec. 17-20 (unreasonable noise standard) and the construction and yard maintenance hour framework of Sec. 17-20(c)(3)(f). Commercial landscaping crews performing work at residential properties are treated as construction activity and must operate within the posted construction hours: summer weekdays 6 AM to 8:30 PM, winter weekdays 7 AM to 8:30 PM, Saturdays 8 AM to 8:30 PM, and Sundays 1 PM to 8:30 PM. Residential homeowners using their own leaf blowers are subject only to the general unreasonableness standard. Beginning January 1, 2025, Sec. 17-40(k) explicitly prohibits blowing yard waste (leaves, grass clippings, debris) into public streets. Violations are handled by Community Improvement Services.
General noise violation: Class C misdemeanor, up to $500. Blowing waste into street: code compliance warning, then fines.
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Denton DDC Sec. 7.12 requires RVs and boats stored behind the front building line on paved surfaces. Occupancy prohibited. 72-hr temp driveway use.
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Denton restricts vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR in residential zones. One light commercial vehicle allowed behind front building line on paved surface.
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Denton has no citywide overnight street parking ban. The 72-hour limit and residential permit zones near UNT/TWU are the primary restrictions.
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Denton allows wood, masonry, iron, chain link, vinyl, and composite fencing. Tarps, pallets, and corrugated metal prohibited as permanent fencing.
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Denton requires a building permit for retaining walls over 4 ft exposed height, with PE-stamped design. Drainage provisions required for all walls.
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Denton DDC Sec. 7.8 limits fences to 4 ft in front yards and 8 ft in side/rear yards. Corner lot sight triangle: 3 ft within 25 ft of corner.
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