Does Tarrant County, TX have its own commercial & oversized vehicles ordinance?

No. Tarrant County, TX does not appear to have a local commercial & oversized vehicles ordinance, Texas state law applies instead. The rules summarized on this page come from TX Transportation Code §545.307.

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Tarrant County, TX Parking Rules: Commercial & Oversized Vehicles (2026)

Few Restrictions

Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

County Rules: None
State Law: TX Trans. Code §545.307
Weight Limit: 10,000 lbs on state law
HOAs: Commonly restrict

Summary

Tarrant County has no commercial vehicle parking ordinance for unincorporated areas. Texas Transportation Code §545.307 provides statewide limits on heavy commercial vehicle parking in residential areas. HOA deed restrictions commonly restrict commercial vehicles.

City-specific rules exist: Mansfield, North Richland Hills, Arlington, Euless, Grapevine, Haltom City, Fort Worth, and Keller have their own commercial & oversized vehicles rules that differ from Tarrant County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Sec. 621.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:(1) "Commercial motor vehicle" means a motor vehicle, other than a motorcycle, designed or used for:(A) the transportation of property; or(B) delivery purposes.(2) "Commission" means the Texas Transportation Commission.(3) "Department" means the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.(4) "Director" means:(A) the executive director of the department; or(B) an employee of the department who is:(i) a division or special office director or holds a rank higher than division or special office director; and(ii) designated by the executive director.(5) "Motor vehicle" means a vehicle that is self-propelled.(6) "Semitrailer" means a vehicle without motive power that is designed, or used with a motor vehicle, so that some of its weight and the we

Source: TX Transportation Code §545.307View official code

Full Breakdown

Unincorporated Tarrant County has no local commercial vehicle parking regulations. Texas Transportation Code §545.307 prohibits parking a commercial motor vehicle (over 10,000 lbs) within 300 feet of a residence for more than specified periods, but this applies primarily to public roadways. The county cannot regulate commercial vehicles on private property through zoning. HOA deed restrictions frequently prohibit parking commercial vehicles (marked or unmarked) in driveways, on streets, or in visible locations.

Violations & Fines

TX Trans. Code §545.307 violation: Class C misdemeanor. No county commercial vehicle parking penalties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I park a commercial vehicle at my home in Tarrant County?

What commercial vehicle restrictions apply in residential areas in Tarrant County?

County Rules: None. State Law: TX Trans. Code §545.307. Weight Limit: 10,000 lbs on state law. HOAs: Commonly restrict.

Sources & Official References

[1]TX Transportation Code §545.307

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Commercial & Oversized Vehicles in Cities Across Tarrant County

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