Garage Sales: Are allowed four days per month in the city limits BUT NO SIGNS are allowed in public right-of-way such as, median, utility poles, or street corners and intersections. Citations will be issued for the placement of signs in a public right of way.

High Grass & Weeds & Vegetation:  If a property owner’s grass obtains a height of over twelve (12) inches the property owner and/or occupant will be notified by mail to correct the violation.  If no corrective action is taken the owners and/or occupants will be issued a citation by the City for the cleaning of the property (two notices per year).  A lien will be placed on the property. For your designated day or questions contact Public Works at (903-464-4451).

Brush and Limb Disposal: We have a monthly curbside pickup or it may be taken to the disposal site at Munson Park.

Obstructions: A property owner and/or occupant is responsible for keeping alleyways, streets & sidewalks clear of obstruction such as: trees, shrubbery, vines or other growth that might visually impair or physically obstruct a pedestrian or vehicle from traveling on the roadway, alleyway or sidewalk. Nothing can be planted in the Right-of-way that grows over 18".

Junk Vehicles: Any vehicle that is inoperable, has an expired inspection, has an expired registration, or is dismantled or wrecked is considered a junk vehicle. The term vehicle or motor vehicle includes part or parts of a vehicle or part of parts of a motor vehicle.

Animals & Livestock: Two pygmy goats are allowed in residential areas, one pot bellied pig is allowed, but must live in the house. All other livestock require a half-acre per animal.

Trash, Junk and Debris: Household garbage shall not be placed at the curb before 6am of a scheduled pick up day. Large items such as furniture, mattresses, etc will be picked up at the curb for a fee. Please call Public Works at (903-464-4451) to make arrangements.

May I report my neighbor for a violation and remain anonymous?
Yes, you may withhold your name.

How many animals may a person have in their yard?
We have no ordinance stating how many animals you may have.

May homeowners park a vehicle in their front yard?

No.

• Any vehicle in the side yard has to be on an all weather surface.

• If any homeowner has access to enter their backyard for parking, an all weather surface is not required.

• Any vehicle that is inoperable, has expired inspection, expired registration, that is dismantled or wrecked are not allowed in backyard.

May a person have chickens and such in the city limits?
Yes, depending on the size of the lot.