Mesquite residents may post No Solicitation signs that legally bar door-to-door solicitors; ignoring a posted sign is a Class C misdemeanor under the city ordinance.
Mesquite's solicitation ordinance gives homeowners the right to opt out of door-to-door commercial solicitation. A clearly visible sign at the front entrance reading No Solicitors, No Soliciting, No Trespassing, or similar language legally prohibits solicitors from approaching the door. A solicitor who knocks, rings the bell, or otherwise contacts a posted residence commits a Class C misdemeanor punishable by fine up to $500. Solicitors are generally prohibited from operating before 9:00 a.m. or after sunset, and must immediately leave any property when asked. Religious canvassers, political volunteers, and persons soliciting for non-commercial purposes have broader First Amendment protections under Watchtower Bible v. Stratton, but they must still respect posted no-trespass signs. To report a solicitor ignoring your sign, call Mesquite Police non-emergency at (972) 285-6336 with the company name and a description.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Mesquite code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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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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