117 local rules on file · Pop. 13,533 · Tarrant County
Showing ordinances that apply to Rendon, TX
Rendon is an unincorporated community with a population of approximately 13,533 in Tarrant County, Texas. Because Rendon is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal government or city code. Instead, Tarrant County ordinances apply directly to residential and commercial properties here. The rules below are the county-level regulations that govern your area. Nearby incorporated cities in Tarrant County may have different rules.
Tarrant County cannot regulate industrial noise from warehouses, rail yards, or oil and gas sites. TCEQ nuisance rules and TX Penal Code 42.01 are the only backstops in unincorporated areas.
Tarrant County does not regulate outdoor music events or festivals in unincorporated areas. The state disorderly conduct statute is the only enforceable standard. Cities set their own rules.
These unincorporated areas are also governed by Tarrant County ordinances.
Tarrant County has no county noise ordinance for unincorporated areas. Texas counties lack zoning authority and cannot enact noise regulations. Noise complaints are handled under Texas Penal Code §42.01 (Disorderly Conduct) by the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office.
Tarrant County has no breed-specific ordinance. TX H&S Code 822 and Lillians Law govern dangerous dogs by behavior, not breed. Texas law preempts counties and cities from banning specific breeds.
Tarrant County does not ban wildlife feeding in unincorporated areas. TX Parks & Wildlife Code Ch. 63 and 65 regulate baiting and protected species. Backyard bird feeding is generally allowed.
Unincorporated Tarrant County allows livestock without numeric limits, but is a closed range jurisdiction requiring containment. TX Agriculture Code governs straying livestock and brand registration.
Tarrant County does not regulate beekeeping in unincorporated areas. TX Agriculture Code Chapter 131 protects apiary operations and requires registration with the Texas Apiary Inspection Service.
Unincorporated Tarrant County allows chickens and livestock without permit or flock limit. The county is closed range, so owners must contain livestock. TX Right to Farm Act protects ag operations.
Tarrant County has no countywide leash ordinance, but TX H&S Code 822.042 requires restraint of dogs declared dangerous. Most Tarrant County cities require leashes on public property.
Backyard fires in unincorporated Tarrant County must comply with TCEQ 30 TAC 111.219 and any active Commissioners Court burn ban. Small contained cooking fires are generally allowed year round.
Smoke detectors are required under the adopted International Residential Code and TX Property Code 92.251 for rentals. Landlords must install and maintain alarms in every bedroom and on each floor.
Tarrant County does not designate formal wildfire hazard zones. The Texas A and M Forest Service maps WUI risk statewide, with parts of western Tarrant County rated moderate risk during drought.
Tarrant County has no brush clearance or defensible space mandate for unincorporated properties. Outdoor burning for brush disposal is allowed except during county-declared burn bans.
No burn ban is currently active in Tarrant County (last lifted September 17, 2024). Texas counties may only restrict fireworks under Local Gov Code §352.051 when drought conditions exist (Keetch-Byram Drought Index 575+), and only "restricted fireworks" — skyrockets with sticks and missiles with fins — can be banned by commissioners court order. Burn bans alone do NOT prohibit fireworks under Texas law.
Fire pits for social gatherings are generally permitted in unincorporated Tarrant County, even during burn bans. No county permit is required. The Tarrant County Fire Code applies to commercial properties but not to residential fire pits in unincorporated areas.
Outdoor burning in unincorporated Tarrant County is regulated by TCEQ 30 TAC 111.209 and Commissioners Court burn bans. Burning is often fully prohibited during drought and banned inside most cities.
Pool barriers in unincorporated Tarrant County follow Texas HSC Chapter 757, which requires enclosures at least 48 inches tall with self-closing gates. The state mandate applies without county inspection.
Tarrant County does not restrict fence materials for unincorporated residential areas. Chain link, barbed wire, wood, masonry, and electric fencing are all allowed. HOA deed restrictions commonly limit materials.
Tarrant County does not issue retaining wall permits for unincorporated areas. Walls over 4 feet tall typically need engineered design under IRC standards, but counties cannot enforce zoning rules on private lots.
Tarrant County does not require permits for residential fences in unincorporated areas. Texas counties lack zoning authority. HOA deed restrictions and easements are the main constraints.
Tarrant County imposes no fence design, setback, or material requirements for unincorporated residential lots. Texas counties lack zoning authority. Fence rules typically come from HOA deed restrictions.
Tarrant County has no good-neighbor fence ordinance. Disputes are governed by Texas common law. Boundary fences on the property line are typically jointly owned with cost sharing negotiated between neighbors.
Tarrant County does not regulate residential fence heights in unincorporated areas. Texas counties lack general zoning and police power (Local Gov Code Ch. 233 covers building lines, fire code, and substantial improvements but not fence height). Cities — Fort Worth, Arlington, Grand Prairie, North Richland Hills — are the primary fence regulators inside their limits.
Tarrant County has no tree trimming ordinance for unincorporated areas. The Texas Forest Service recommends avoiding oak pruning February through June to prevent oak wilt, a fatal fungal disease.
Water restrictions in Tarrant County are set by Tarrant Regional Water District and local utilities, not the county. TRWD drought plans typically limit outdoor watering to twice weekly during Stage 1.
Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in Tarrant County. Texas Property Code 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning rainwater systems, though HOAs may set reasonable aesthetic standards. State sales tax exemption applies.
Tarrant County has no grass height ordinance for unincorporated areas. Texas counties cannot regulate private vegetation. HOA deed restrictions commonly cap grass at 6-12 inches with civil enforcement.
Native plants and xeriscaping are fully legal in Tarrant County. Texas Property Code 202.007 bars HOAs from banning drought-resistant landscaping. The county has no turf grass mandate.
Artificial turf is legal in unincorporated Tarrant County. Texas Property Code 202.007 protects water-conservation turf from HOA bans, though HOAs may require quality standards. No county permit or coverage limit.
Tarrant County has no tree removal permit or preservation ordinance for unincorporated areas. Property owners may remove trees without county approval. HOA rules and TRWD waterway limits may apply.
Tarrant County has no weed ordinance for unincorporated areas. Texas HSC Chapter 342 lets county health act only when vegetation creates a public health nuisance like harboring rodents or mosquitoes.
Tarrant County has no ADU ordinance because Texas counties lack zoning authority. Texas has no statewide ADU mandate. ADUs are effectively unregulated, subject only to HOA rules and floodplain limits.
Tarrant County has no countywide tiny-home ordinance; unincorporated rules come from state residential code under Local Gov't Code 233, OSSF septic rules, and deed restrictions. Cities set their own.
Tarrant County does not zone garage conversions. A residential construction permit is required if the project increases square footage or value by over 50%. HOA deed restrictions frequently require covered parking.
Tarrant County does not regulate residential carports in unincorporated areas. There is no setback, size, or material restriction. Attached carports may need a permit if value or square footage increases over 50%.
Tarrant County does not regulate sheds in unincorporated areas. Texas counties have no general zoning authority (Tex. Loc. Gov. Code Ch. 232), and the county does not issue residential building permits or Certificates of Occupancy. A floodplain permit is required only if the shed sits in a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area.
Home business zoning in Tarrant County is set by each city. Fort Worth, Arlington, and Grapevine allow home occupations in residential districts with limits on employees, traffic, and outside signs of commerce.
Most Tarrant County cities prohibit or heavily restrict home business signage. Fort Worth and Arlington ban commercial signs in residential zones. Small non-illuminated name plates may be allowed with limits.
Cottage food in Tarrant County is governed by Texas H and S Code Chapter 437. Home bakers can sell non-hazardous foods directly to consumers with no license, no inspection, and no sales cap, if labeled properly.
Home daycares in Tarrant County must be licensed or registered by Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation. Registered homes may care for up to 6 children, licensed homes up to 12. Cities add zoning requirements.
Tarrant County cities require home occupation permits or a Certificate of Occupancy for most home businesses. Fort Worth charges about 65 dollars, Arlington about 100 dollars. Unincorporated areas need no county permit.
Home businesses in Tarrant County cities must not generate customer traffic beyond normal residential use. Fort Worth and Arlington restrict client visits and ban commercial deliveries beyond parcel service.
Pool safety in Tarrant County follows TX Health and Safety Code 757 for residential pools and 25 TAC 265 for public pools. Cities add barrier and alarm requirements. Federal VGB Act applies to public pools.
Hot tubs in Tarrant County need electrical permits and must meet Texas H and S Code 757. Locking rigid covers meeting ASTM F1346 satisfy the barrier rule. Cities require GFCI protection on 240V spa circuits.
Pool permits in Tarrant County cities cost 200 to 600 dollars plus inspections. Fort Worth, Arlington, and Grapevine require permits for in-ground pools. Texas H and S 757 mandates 48-inch barriers.
Tarrant County has no residential pool barrier ordinance for unincorporated areas. Texas counties cannot adopt residential building codes (Local Gov Code Ch. 233). State law applies: Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 757 mandates 48-inch enclosures for multiunit rental complex pools and HOA-controlled pools, but does NOT require fences for single-family private pools at the state level.
Tarrant County does not regulate above-ground pools in unincorporated areas — no county building permit, setback, or fence ordinance applies to single-family residences. Texas Health & Safety Code Ch. 757 (Pool Yard Enclosure Act) covers multi-unit rental and POA pools only. HOA covenants and city codes inside city limits may add rules.
Tarrant County permits residential EV charger installation with an electrical permit and licensed electrician under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1305. NEC Article 625 governs installation.
Tarrant County has no general overnight parking ban in unincorporated areas. Vehicles on county roads must not block lanes, drainage, or sight distance under Texas Transportation Code Chapter 545.
Tarrant County Transportation Services issues driveway permits for connections to county roads under Texas Transportation Code Chapter 251. Standards address width, sight distance, and culvert sizing.
Tarrant County abandoned vehicle enforcement follows Texas Transportation Code Chapter 683. Vehicles left 48+ hours on public roads or inoperable 72+ hours may be tagged, towed, and sold at auction.
Tarrant County has no RV or boat parking ordinance for unincorporated areas. Texas counties cannot zone, so RV storage on private property is not regulated by the county. HOA deed restrictions are the primary restriction on RV parking in subdivisions.
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.
Tarrant County cities require STRs to provide off-street parking based on bedroom count. Fort Worth and Arlington require at least 2 off-street spaces, with more added for larger rentals. Lawn parking is banned.
Tarrant County cities cap STR occupancy at 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 guests. Fort Worth and Arlington use 2-per-bedroom plus 2 with a 12-person total cap. Grapevine caps at 10 guests regardless of bedrooms.
Fort Worth and Arlington require STR operators to carry at least 1,000,000 dollars liability insurance. Grapevine requires 500,000 dollars minimum. Tarrant County has no countywide insurance mandate.
Tarrant County cities do not impose annual night caps on STRs, but most cap each booking at 29 nights. Stays over 29 nights convert to long-term tenancies under Texas Property Code Chapter 92.
STRs in Tarrant County owe 6 percent Texas state HOT plus 7 to 9 percent city HOT. Tarrant County has no county HOT. Fort Worth and Arlington charge 9 percent, Grapevine 7 percent, plus permit fees.
Tarrant County has no short-term rental registration or permit requirement for unincorporated areas. Texas counties lack zoning authority and cannot regulate STR operations. STR operators must comply with state hotel occupancy tax requirements through the Texas Comptroller.
Tarrant County has no short-term rental registration or permit requirement for unincorporated areas. Texas counties lack zoning authority and cannot regulate STR operations. STR operators must comply with state hotel occupancy tax requirements through the Texas Comptroller.
STR noise in Tarrant County is regulated by each city. Fort Worth and Arlington enforce quiet hours 10 PM to 7 AM. Arlington and Grapevine require a local contact to respond to complaints within one hour.
Unincorporated Tarrant County has no bar or nightclub noise ordinance. TABC license conditions and state disorderly conduct law are the only sound-related controls in rural areas.
Tarrant County has no generator noise ordinance. Standby and portable generators may run without time limits. TX Penal Code 42.01 is the only backstop for extreme persistent noise.
Tarrant County does not regulate HVAC condenser or chiller noise in unincorporated areas. The International Mechanical Code governs installation but noise output is not addressed.
Tarrant County HOAs levy assessments under TX Property Code 209. Collection follows 209.0062 payment plans, 209.008 attorneys fees limits, and 209.009 foreclosure limits barring fines-only foreclosure.
CCR enforcement by Tarrant County HOAs follows TX Property Code 202 and 209. Preemptions limit bans on solar, xeriscape, flags, and religious displays, and HB 614 (2023) tightened fine notice and cure rules.
HOA disputes in Tarrant County follow TX Property Code 209.006 notice and cure, 209.007 hearing rights, and HB 614 (2023) fine procedures. Owners may mediate, sue in district court, or complain to the Texas AG.
HOA boards in Tarrant County must follow Texas Property Code Chapter 209, which governs meeting notice, open meetings, record access, and board voting. 2021 and 2023 reforms strengthened transparency and owner rights.
ACCs in Tarrant County HOAs follow TX Property Code 209.00505 after HB 3571 (2021): limited management-company control, written denial reasons, and owner appeal rights. State law preempts solar, xeriscape, and flag bans.
Erosion and sediment control in Tarrant County is required under TCEQ TXR150000 for sites 1 acre or larger, plus MS4 rules. Common BMPs include silt fence, rock check dams, and stabilized construction entrances.
Tarrant County participates in the NFIP. Development in Special Flood Hazard Areas in unincorporated land requires a floodplain permit from the Tarrant County Floodplain Administrator, with 1 foot of freeboard typical.
Grading and drainage in unincorporated Tarrant County are reviewed via subdivision platting, floodplain permits, and stormwater rules. No blanket grading permit exists, but SWPPP is required for 1+ acre disturbance.
Stormwater in Tarrant County is governed by TCEQ MS4 permit TXR040000 and the Construction General Permit TXR150000 for sites disturbing 1 acre or more. Illicit discharges to storm drains are prohibited.
Tarrant County is inland — no coastal jurisdiction or Texas General Land Office Open Beaches Act rules apply. Waterfront development along the Trinity River, Eagle Mountain Lake, Lake Worth, and Lake Arlington is regulated through Tarrant County's NFIP floodplain permit program and the controlling lake authority (Tarrant Regional Water District or USACE).
Lead paint in Tarrant County is governed by the federal EPA RRP Rule (40 CFR Part 745) and HUD disclosure rules for pre-1978 housing. Texas DSHS administers abatement certification under the Occupations Code.
Scaffolding safety in Tarrant County follows federal OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L for construction and 29 CFR 1910.28 for general industry. Texas has no state OSHA plan; Federal OSHA Region VI enforces.
Structural pest control in Tarrant County is regulated by the Texas Structural Pest Control Service under TDA per Occupations Code Ch. 1951. Certified applicators and licensed firms are required for commercial work.
All commercial elevators, escalators, and lifts in Tarrant County are regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 754 and 16 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 74. Owners must obtain an annual Certificate of Compliance after inspection by a TDLR-registered Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI), submit the inspection report and fees within 60 days of inspection, and use only TDLR-licensed elevator contractors for installation and major repair. Residential home elevators in single-family dwellings are exempt from TDLR inspection but must meet ASME A17.1 / A18.1 standards at installation per local building code.
Solar PV in unincorporated Tarrant County requires an electrical permit from Tarrant County Public Works plus utility interconnection with Oncor or Tri-County Electric. Cities set their own solar permit rules.
TX Property Code 202.007 bars Tarrant County HOAs from banning solar. HOAs may impose limited aesthetic conditions but cannot reduce efficiency or raise cost by more than 10 percent. 202.010 protects shingles.
Tarrant County has no snow or ice sidewalk clearing ordinance in unincorporated areas. DFW snowfall is rare. Owners may face premises liability only if they create or worsen a hazard through negligence.
Tarrant County addresses blight under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 343. Rubbish, stagnant water, weeds over 12 inches, and dilapidated structures can be declared nuisances with abatement ordered.
Tarrant County has no ordinance on trash bin storage in unincorporated areas, but HOA covenants typically require bins to be screened from street view between pickups under Texas Property Code 202.
Vacant lot owners in Tarrant County must keep lots free of weeds over 12 inches, rubbish, and junked vehicles under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 343. Failure to abate triggers a county lien.
Texas does not require just cause for eviction. Tarrant County landlords may end month-to-month tenancies with 30-day notice and evict for non-payment or lease violation under Texas Property Code Chapter 24.
Tarrant County does not operate a rental registration or inspection program in unincorporated areas. Texas Property Code Chapter 92 sets habitability standards. HOAs may require tenant registration.
Rent control is prohibited statewide under Texas Local Government Code Section 214.902. Tarrant County and its cities cannot cap rents except during a declared housing emergency with specific findings.
Tarrant County imposes no countywide lot coverage cap; limits come from platted subdivision restrictions, stormwater rules, OSSF drain-field requirements, and floodplain rules. Cities set their own.
Tarrant County does not impose general building height limits on unincorporated land; limits come from FAA airspace rules around DFW/Alliance, deed restrictions, and the IRC. Cities set their own zoning heights.
Tarrant County has limited zoning authority in unincorporated areas; setbacks come from platted subdivision restrictions, OSSF septic setbacks under Health and Safety Code 366, and floodplain rules. Cities set their own.
Bulk disposal in Tarrant County uses private hauler fee-based pickup, direct landfill drop-off, or Fort Worth Environmental Collection Center for hazardous items. Appliances need refrigerant removal.
Private hauler contracts in Tarrant County require bins at the curb on pickup day and removal within 24 hours. Bins cannot block sidewalks, driveways, hydrants, or mailboxes. HOA rules apply.
Tarrant County has no mandatory recycling rule for unincorporated areas. Residents may add curbside recycling as an optional hauler service at an additional monthly fee. Participation is voluntary.
Tarrant County does not operate residential trash collection in unincorporated areas. Residents contract with private haulers such as Waste Management or Republic Services for weekly pickup.
Most unincorporated Tarrant County roads have no public sidewalks. Where sidewalks exist, repair responsibility typically falls to the adjacent property owner or the HOA under Texas common law.
Texas Transportation Code Section 552.006 prohibits obstructing sidewalks in unincorporated Tarrant County. Common violations include trash bins, vehicles, basketball goals, and overgrown vegetation.
Tarrant County code enforcement is handled by individual municipalities. In unincorporated areas, complaints go to Tarrant County Development Services. Fort Worth residents use the MyFW app or call 817-392-1234. Arlington uses the Arlington Cares app or 817-459-5474.
Code enforcement response times in Tarrant County vary by municipality and violation severity. Fort Worth prioritizes health and safety hazards for same-day response, while routine violations like tall grass are typically investigated within 3-7 business days.
The most common code violations in Tarrant County include tall grass and weeds exceeding 12 inches, junk vehicles, illegal dumping, substandard structures, and zoning violations such as unpermitted home businesses or accessory structures.
Tarrant County and its municipalities do not have specific ordinances banning or restricting bamboo. If bamboo spreads onto neighboring properties, it may be addressed under general nuisance ordinances or through civil action between neighbors.
Tarrant County defers to the Texas Department of Agriculture's noxious weed list for prohibited species. The state list includes giant salvinia, water hyacinth, and certain thistles. Local municipalities do not maintain separate prohibited plant lists.
Texas HB 1686 (effective 2023) prohibits HOAs and municipalities from banning front-yard vegetable gardens. Tarrant County residents can grow edible gardens in their front yards, though cities may still regulate height, maintenance, and setback standards.
Residential security cameras are legal in Tarrant County without a permit. Texas law allows recording video on your property and publicly visible areas. Cameras must not be directed into areas with a reasonable expectation of privacy such as neighbors' bedrooms or bathrooms.
Texas is a one-party consent state for audio recording. Only one party to a conversation must consent. Video recording in public spaces is legal, but recording in private areas where individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy is a state jail felony.
Privacy fences in Tarrant County are generally allowed up to 8 feet in rear and side yards and 4 feet in front yards. Fort Worth requires permits for solid fences over 6 feet. The finished side must face outward toward neighbors.
In most Tarrant County cities, storage sheds under 120 square feet do not require a building permit. Sheds over 120 square feet require a permit and must comply with setback requirements. All sheds must be in the rear yard.
Fence permits are required in Fort Worth for fences over 6 feet tall. Standard residential fences of 6 feet or less in rear and side yards do not require a permit but must comply with zoning setbacks and materials standards.
Decks over 30 inches above grade require a building permit in most Tarrant County cities. Ground-level patios on grade generally do not require a permit. Attached decks must comply with the building code for structural connections.
Most renovation work in Tarrant County requires a building permit if it involves structural changes, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work. Cosmetic work like painting, flooring, and cabinetry typically does not require a permit.