Mesquite requires 10-foot clearance over sidewalks and prohibits vegetation encroachment over sidewalks, driveways, and curbs under Sec. 10-133 and Sec. 10-128.
Under Sec. 10-133, trees, shrubs, and plants must not create obstructions over sidewalks, streets, or alleys and must not block traffic signs or intersection visibility. A minimum clearance of 10 feet over sidewalks and 14 feet over streets and alleys is required. Under Sec. 10-128, ground cover must not encroach over sidewalks, pedestrian ways, driveways, flatwork, curbs, or street pavement. Furniture, equipment, merchandise, and other personal property must not obstruct public sidewalks. Construction projects must maintain pedestrian access around work zones.
Class C misdemeanor. Fines up to $500. City may trim vegetation and assess costs.
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Mesquite allows gas-powered leaf blowers and lawn equipment during daytime hours, generally 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., with no city-wide gas blower ban.
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Outdoor music in Mesquite is allowed but cannot be plainly audible at neighboring residences after 10 p.m.; commercial venues need special event permits.
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Commercial vehicles over 1 ton or with commercial markings cannot park on Mesquite residential streets overnight; semi-trucks and trailers face stricter limits.
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Overnight on-street parking is generally allowed in Mesquite where not signed otherwise, but vehicles cannot remain in the same spot for more than 48-72 hours.
Mesquite, TX
On-street parking in Mesquite is allowed where not signed otherwise; vehicles must park with the flow of traffic and cannot block driveways, hydrants, or sig...
Mesquite, TX
Mesquite limits residential fences to 8 feet in rear/side yards and 4 feet in front yards, with corner-lot visibility triangles enforced for traffic safety.
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