Mesquite's Streets Division handles public sidewalk maintenance. The city maintains concrete streets, alleys, handicap ramps, curb and gutter, and storm sewers within city limits.
The Mesquite Streets Division is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all concrete and asphalt streets, concrete alleys, handicap ramps, curb and gutter, storm sewers, drainage structures, bridges, permanent barricades, and guardrails located within the city. Under Chapter 15 (Streets and Sidewalks), the city maintains public sidewalks. Property owners are responsible for keeping sidewalks adjacent to their property clear of obstructions including overhanging vegetation (minimum 10-foot clearance per Sec. 10-133). Ground cover must not encroach over sidewalks per Sec. 10-128. Property owners should report damaged sidewalks to the Streets Division.
Allowing obstructions or vegetation encroachment over sidewalks: fines up to $500.
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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.
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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...
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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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