This table shows the location or gives the disposition of the chapters, sections and subsections of the 2001 Azle Code of Ordinances within this revised code. The abbreviation “NIC” means the provision is not included in this code, though not necessarily repealed.
2001 CODE OF ORDINANCES
2014 CODE OF ORDINANCES
CHAPTER 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS
Article 1.100 Code of Ordinances
 
Sec. 1.101
Adoption
Superseded by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.102
Designation and citation of code
Superseded by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.103
Catchlines of articles and sections
Superseded by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.104
Definitions and rules of construction
Superseded by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.105
Severability of parts of code
Superseded by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.106
Repeal of ordinances
Superseded by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.107
Amendments or additions to code
Superseded by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.108
Supplementation of code
Superseded by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.109
General penalty for violations of code; continuing violations
Superseded by Ordinance adopting Code
Article 1.200 Public Library
 
Sec. 1.201
Designated community library
Sec. 1.202
Contracts within major resource center
Sec. 1.203
Representative attendance of state meeting
Sec. 1.204
Library board established membership
Sec. 1.205
Ratification of acts
Sec. 1.206
Purpose
Sec. 1.207
Rules and regulations
Sec. 1.208
Borrowing period late fines
Sec. 1.209
Lost or damaged materials
Sec. 1.210
Recovery of library property
Sec. 1.211
Theft of materials; violation; penalty
Article 1.300 Emergency Management
 
Division 1. Office
Sec. 1.301
Intent and purpose
Sec. 1.302
Definitions
Sec. 1.303
Office of emergency management created
Sec. 1.304
General powers of coordinator
Sec. 1.305
Duties and responsibilities of coordinator
Sec. 1.306
Emergency management plan
Sec. 1.307
Declaration of local disaster
Sec. 1.308
Termination of emergency
Sec. 1.309
Powers and duties of mayor and city council in emergency
Sec. 1.310
City manager
Sec. 1.311
Operation of sirens or other warning devices
Sec. 1.312
Violation; penalty
Division 2. National Incident Management System
Sec. 1.331
Adoption
Article 1.400 Abandoned Property
Sec. 1.401
Sale of property
Sec. 1.402
List of property
Sec. 1.403
Notice posting
Sec. 1.404
Sale to highest bidder
Sec. 1.405
Place and hour of sale
Sec. 1.406
Statement of items; sold deposit of funds
Sec. 1.407
Purchase by employee; prohibited
Sec. 1.408
Unsold property
Sec. 1.409
Violation; penalty
Article 1.500 Liability of Claims for Property Damage or Personal Injury
 
Sec. 1.501
City liability limitations; exceptions
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.502
Attempt for resolution by city council required
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.503
Claims service by city
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.504
Claims sworn statement; required
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 1.505
Waiver of article provisions; authority
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Article 1.600 Variance Requests
 
Sec. 1.601
City council; authority to grant
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-14
Sec. 1.602
Fees established; designated
Sec. 1.603
Exceptions
Article 1.700 Records Management
 
Sec. 1.701
Definitions
Sec. 1.702
Municipal records declared public property
Sec. 1.703
Management policy; established
Sec. 1.704
Records management officer; designated
Sec. 1.705
Records management committee; established; composition duties
Sec. 1.706
Records management plan development, approval and authority
Sec. 1.707
Duties of records management officer
Sec. 1.708
Department heads; duties and responsibilities
Sec. 1.709
Records liaison officers to be designated
Sec. 1.710
Records liaison officers; duties and responsibilities
Sec. 1.711
Records control schedules development and approval filing requirements
Sec. 1.712
Records control schedules; implementation; destruction
Sec. 1.713
Destruction of unscheduled records
Sec. 1.714
Records center developed; authority over designated
Sec. 1.715
Micrographics policies and procedures to govern
Sec. 1.716
Severability
NIC
Article 1.800 Reserved for Future Use
 
Article 1.900 Fiscal Year
Article 1.1000 Eminent Domain Proceedings
 
Sec. 1.1001
Generally
Sec. 1.1002
Power and authority of city
Sec. 1.1003
Petition or statement of intent filing
Sec. 1.1004
Examination of records and data by commissioners
Sec. 1.1005
Acquisition of property by city
Sec. 1.1006
Procedures prescribed by state law
Article 1.1100 Returned Checks
Article 1.1200 Collection of Fines
 
Sec. 1.1201
Fines; offenses; filed in municipal court
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-03
Sec. 1.1202
Fees–Warrant; issuance and service
Sec. 1.1203
Deposit to general fund
§ 7.03.001(b) amnd. by Ord. 2021-03
Article 1.1300 Special Events Advisory Board
 
Sec. 1.1301
Created
Sec. 1.1302
Membership requirements and term
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-24
Sec. 1.1303
Ex officio members
Sec. 1.1304
Vacancies
Sec. 1.1305
Rules and regulations
Sec. 1.1306
Duties of the board
Article 1.1400 City Parks
 
Sec. 1.1401
Use of parks and recreation facilities generally
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1402
Types of park facilities
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1403
Driving and parking in city parks
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1404
Noise and amplifiers
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1405
Animals in city parks
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1406
Trash
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1407
Alcoholic beverages; prohibited
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1408
Glass containers; prohibited
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1409
Damage
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1410
Safety
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1411
Group use
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1412
Overnight camping
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1413
Conduct
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1414
Procedures for rentals
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1415
City park facilities available for rental
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Sec. 1.1416
Violation; penalty
Rpld. by Ord. 2014-03
Article 1.1500 Park and Recreation Department Private Tournament
 
Sec. 1.1501
General
Sec. 1.1502
Reservation procedures
Sec. 1.1503
Insurance
Sec. 1.1504
Deposit and rental fees
Sec. 1.1505
Cancellations
CHAPTER 2 ANIMAL CONTROL
Article 2.100 Animal Control Regulations
 
Sec. 2.101
Definitions
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.102
Purpose
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.103
License required for dogs and cats
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.104
Appeal for license for dogs or cats
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.105
Vaccination required for dogs and cats
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.106
Number of dogs and cats allowed
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.107
Kennel permit for dogs and cats
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.108
Denial and revocation of kennel permit for dogs and cats
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.109
Appeal for kennel permit for dogs and cats
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.110
Local rabies control; authority
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.111
Exotic or wild animals
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.112-2.114 Reserved for future use
 
Sec. 2.115
Fowl
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.116
Livestock
 
 
(a) Minimum area for keeping livestock
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-04
 
(b) Keeping swine or potbellied pigs prohibited
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(c) Impoundment of livestock running at large
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(d) Release of impounded livestock to owner
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(e) Sale of impounded livestock
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.117
Permit required for livestock
Dltd. by Ord. 2015-04
Sec. 2.118
Permit issuance for livestock
Dltd. by Ord. 2015-04
Sec. 2.119
Denial and revocation of permit for livestock
Dltd. by Ord. 2015-04
Sec. 2.120
Appeal for permit for livestock
Dltd. by Ord. 2015-04
Sec. 2.121
Sale of impounded livestock
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.122
Fees
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-02
Sec. 2.123
Impoundment of animals
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.124
Animal shelter advisory committee
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.125
Animal shelter advisory committee; duties
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.126
Foster caregiver permit
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.127
Denial or revocation of foster caregiver permit
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.128
Appeal of foster caregiver permit
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.129
Injuries to persons or animals caused by other animals
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.130
Quarantine
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.131
Destruction of animals
 
 
(a) Destruction of animals
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(b) Holding period for impounded animals
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(c) Surrender of animal by owner
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(d) Destruction of animal under quarantine
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.132
Harboring dangerous dog, vicious or wild animal
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.133
Nuisances
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.134
General violations
 
 
(a) Keeping dangerous dog, vicious animal or wild animal
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(b) Releasing wild or vicious animal
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(c) Abandoning or discarding live or dead animal
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(d) Unlawfully keeping livestock or fowl
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(e) Grazing or allowing animal to go on public or private property
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(f) Selling or giving away baby fowl or rabbits
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(g) Keeping animal after denial or revocation of license
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(h) Failure to keep animal under restraint
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
 
(i) Trapping
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.135
Enforcement
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.136
Dangerous dogs
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
Sec. 2.137
Penalty
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-18
CHAPTER 3 BUILDING REGULATIONS
Article 3.100 Building Board of Appeals
 
Sec. 3.101
Creation
Dltd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 3.102
Appointment and terms
Dltd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 3.103
Qualifications of members
Dltd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 3.104
Organization
Dltd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 3.105
Duties and powers
Dltd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 3.106
Meetings and quorums
Dltd. by Ord. 2019-07
Article 3.200 Building Code
 
Sec. 3.201
Adopted
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Sec. 3.202
Local amendments to the 2003 International Building Code
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Article 3.300 Electrical Code
 
Sec. 3.301
Purpose of provisions
Sec. 3.302
Uniform Administrative Code adopted
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 3.303
Uniform Administrative Code, section 203 (a, b); deleted
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 3.304
Uniform Administrative Code, section 302(a)(5); deleted
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 3.305
Uniform Administrative Code, section 304(b, c); deleted
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 3.306
National Electrical Code adopted
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Sec. 3.307
Additional regulations incorporated
Sec. 3.308
Applicability
Sec. 3.309
Disconnection of service
Sec. 3.310
Unauthorized connections; prohibited
Sec. 3.311
Inspection compliance required
Sec. 3.312
Registration requirements
Sec. 3.313
License required; job site to have licensed electrician on premises
Sec. 3.314
Misrepresentation
Sec. 3.315
Business vehicle identification requirements
Sec. 3.316
Registration fees; required
Sec. 3.317
Transfer of registration; prohibited
Sec. 3.318
Building codes board of adjustment and appeals; authority
Sec. 3.319
Certain work exempt from license requirements
Sec. 3.320
Local amendments to the 2002 National Electrical Code
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Sec. 3.321
Severability
NIC
Sec. 3.322
Violation; penalty
Sec. 3.323
Effective date
NIC
Article 3.400 Mechanical Code
 
Sec. 3.401
Adopted
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Sec. 3.402
Section 203; deleted
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 3.403
Section 303(a); amended mechanical permits
Sec. 3.404
Local amendments to the 2003 International Mechanical Code
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Sec. 3.405
Article 3 adds sections 307 through 314; contractor registration
Amnd. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 3.406
Violation; penalty
Article 3.500 Plumbing Code
 
Sec. 3.501
Adopted
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Sec. 3.502
Part one, section 20.3(b); deleted
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 3.503
Part one, section 30.4(b) and (c); deleted
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 3.504
Part one, division 30 adds sections 30.8 through 30.17; plumbing permits
§ 3.03.304 § A1.005(16) amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 3.505
Local amendments to the 2003 International Plumbing Code
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Sec. 3.506
Section 1213(c); amended; propane gas lines
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 3.507
Violation; penalty
Sec. 3.508
Backflow and cross-connection controls
 
 
(a) Cross-connection standards
 
(b) Definitions
 
(c) Right-of-way encroachment
 
(d) Multiple connections
 
(e) Protection required; installation
 
(f) Testing of assemblies
 
(g) Thermal expansion
 
(h) Pressure loss
 
(i) Residential service connections
 
(j) Rental properties
 
(k) Water system connections; water distribution infrastructure
 
(l) Customer service inspection
 
(m) Installation guidelines and requirements for backflow prevention assemblies
 
(n) Fire suppression systems
 
(o) Fire hydrant protection
 
(p) Responsibilities of property owner, tester and regulatory authority
 
(q) Backflow prevention assembly tester certification; registration required
 
(r) Fees
 
(s) Compliance for lawn irrigation
 
(t) Enforcement
Article 3.600 Sign Code
 
Sec. 3.601
Intent and purpose
Sec. 3.602
Administration
Sec. 3.603
Uniform Sign Code; adopted
Sec. 3.604
Definitions
Sec. 3.605
General provisions
 
 
(a)–(d) Permits
 
(e) Maintenance and repairs
 
(f) Visibility
Sec. 3.606
Prohibited signs
Sec. 3.607
Vehicular signs
Sec. 3.608
Political signs
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-19
Sec. 3.609
Pole signs
Sec. 3.610
Monument signs
Sec. 3.611
Wall signs
Sec. 3.612
Awning, canopy, marquee and letter signs
Sec. 3.613
Temporary and portable signs
Amnd. by Ord. 2012-17
Sec. 3.614
Construction signs
Sec. 3.615
Subdivision signs
Sec. 3.616
Real estate signs
Sec. 3.617
Temporary real estate directional signs
Sec. 3.618
Directional signs and off-premises signs
Amnd. by Ord. 2012-17
Sec. 3.619
Changeable copy signs
Sec. 3.620
Signs not requiring permits
Sec. 3.621
Noncommercial message
Sec. 3.622
Miscellaneous sign regulations
 
 
(a) Air navigation facilities
 
(b) Window signs
Sec. 3.623
Nonconforming signs
Sec. 3.624
Illegal signs
Sec. 3.625
Nuisance signs
Sec. 3.626
Abatement procedures
Sec. 3.627
Assessment of expenses lien
§ 3.08.932
Sec. 3.628
Appeals
Sec. 3.629
Fees
Amnd. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 3.630
Violation; penalty
Exhibit A
Sign visibility triangle illustration
Art. 3.08, exhibit A
Exhibit B
Schedule of fees
Superseded by Ord. 2012-15
Article 3.700 Construction Codes Fee Waiver
 
Sec. 3.701
Authority
Sec. 3.702
Conflict of provisions
Article 3.800 Flood Hazard
 
Sec. 3.801
Findings of fact
Sec. 3.802
Statement of purpose
Sec. 3.803
Methods of reducing flood losses
Sec. 3.804
Definitions
Sec. 3.805
Applicability
Sec. 3.806
Basis for establishing areas of special flood hazard
Sec. 3.807
Establishment of development permit
Sec. 3.808
Compliance required
Sec. 3.809
Abrogation and greater restrictions
Sec. 3.810
Interpretation
Sec. 3.811
Warning and disclaimer of liability
Sec. 3.812
Administrator; designated
Sec. 3.813
Administrator; duties and responsibilities
Sec. 3.814
Permit procedures
Sec. 3.815
Variance procedures
Sec. 3.816
General standards
Sec. 3.817
Specific standards
Sec. 3.818
Standards for subdivision proposals
Sec. 3.819
Standards for areas of shallow flooding (AO/AH zones)
Sec. 3.820
Floodways
Sec. 3.821
Violation; penalty
Article 3.900 Moving Buildings
 
Sec. 3.901
House defined
Sec. 3.902
Permit required
Sec. 3.903
Permit application
Sec. 3.904
Conformance of exterior to new neighborhood required
Sec. 3.905
Submittal of plans
Sec. 3.906
Building code requirements
Sec. 3.907
Inspection of house and land
Sec. 3.908
Permit fee required upon approval
Sec. 3.909
Utility connections and garbage and sewage disposal required
Sec. 3.910
Violation; penalty
Article 3.1000 Dangerous Buildings
 
Sec. 3.1001
Purpose and scope
Sec. 3.1002
Definitions
Sec. 3.1003
Enforcement
Sec. 3.1004
Substandard buildings; declared
Sec. 3.1005
Determination by building official
Sec. 3.1006
Public hearing for abatement of substandard buildings
Sec. 3.1007
Order of building board of appeals
Sec. 3.1008
Notice of order of building board of appeals
Sec. 3.1009
Enforcement of the order of building board of appeals
Sec. 3.1010
Performance of work by the city
Sec. 3.1011
Recovery of cost of securing, repair, removal or demolition
Sec. 3.1012
Additional authority to secure certain substandard buildings prior to public hearing and secure, demolish, repair or remove certain dangerous buildings
Sec. 3.1013
Civil penalty
Sec. 3.1014
Authority not limited
Sec. 3.1015
Penalty
Sec. 3.1016
Savings clause
NIC
Article 3.1100 Water Wells
 
Sec. 3.1101
Permit required
Sec. 3.1102
Permit application
Sec. 3.1103
Permit fee
Sec. 3.1104
Conformance to regulations required
Sec. 3.1105
Considerations for granting permit
Sec. 3.1106
Violation; penalty
Sec. 3.1107
Violation injunctive relief
Article 3.1200 Fences, Walls, Barriers
 
Sec. 3.1201
Definitions
Sec. 3.1202
Building permit; required
Sec. 3.1203
Restrictions and requirements for fence, wall and barriers
Amnd. by Ord. 2012-14
Sec. 3.1204
Visibility; corner lots
Sec. 3.1205
Visibility; entranceways and driveways
Sec. 3.1206
Swimming pools enclosures; required
Sec. 3.1207
Swimming pools; barrier; requirements; gates
Sec. 3.1208
Swimming pools; building permit required
Sec. 3.1209
Swimming pools; time conformance
Sec. 3.1210
Violation; penalty
Article 3.1300 Portable Storage Buildings
 
Sec. 3.1301
Definition
Sec. 3.1302
Permit not required
Article 3.1400 Residential Code
 
Sec. 3.1401
Adopted
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Sec. 3.1402
Local amendments to the 2003 International Residential Code
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Article 3.1500 Energy Conservation Code
 
Sec. 3.1501
Adopted
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Sec. 3.1502
Local amendments to the 2003 International Energy Conservation Code
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-21
Article 3.1600 Public Swimming Pools
 
Sec. 3.1601
Swimming pools and spa rules
Sec. 3.1602
Standards for public swimming pools and spas
Sec. 3.1603
Permits and fees
Sec. 3.1604
Applications-new pools and spas
Sec. 3.1605
Same-closed pools or spas
Sec. 3.1606
Appeals
Sec. 3.1607
Penalties
Sec. 3.1608
Reference
CHAPTER 4 BUSINESS REGULATIONS
Article 4.100 Alcohol Sales
 
Sec. 4.101
Sale in proximity to church, school or hospital; prohibited
Sec. 4.102
Measurement of distance
Sec. 4.103
Notice to school officials required
Sec. 4.104
Statutory authority
Sec. 4.105
Violation; penalty
Sec. 4.106
Preexisting uses
Sec. 4.107
Annual occupation tax levied by city
Article 4.200 Noxious Businesses
 
Sec. 4.201
Permit required
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.202
Permit application
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.203
Permit issuance
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.204
Violation; penalty
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Article 4.300 Occupancy Permits
 
Sec. 4.301
Required
Sec. 4.302
Procedures and requirements
Sec. 4.303
Application
Sec. 4.304
Temporary utility service
Sec. 4.305
Administrative review and inspections
Sec. 4.306
Extension of application period
Sec. 4.307
Issuance
Sec. 4.308
Existing occupancy permits
Sec. 4.309
Revocation
Sec. 4.310
Posting
Sec. 4.311
Exemptions
Sec. 4.312
Violation; denial of permit and city services
Sec. 4.313
Violation; misdemeanor
Article 4.400 Outdoor Sales
 
Sec. 4.401
Permit required
Sec. 4.402
Permit application
Sec. 4.403
Permit issuance requirements
Sec. 4.404
Exemptions
Sec. 4.405
Duration of permits
Sec. 4.406
Violation; penalty
Article 4.500 Door-to-Door Solicitors
 
Sec. 4.501
Purpose
Sec. 4.502
Definitions
Amnd. by Ord. 2014-12
Sec. 4.503
Registration required
Amnd. by Ord. 2014-12
Sec. 4.504
Registration for sponsor of minors
Sec. 4.505
Application
Sec. 4.506
Bond
Dltd. by Ord. 2014-12
Sec. 4.507
Fees and duration
Sec. 4.508
Application; review and registration; acceptance
Amnd. by Ord. 2014-12
Sec. 4.509
Registration certificate and identification badge
Amnd. by Ord. 2014-12
Sec. 4.510
Denial of registration
Amnd. by Ord. 2014-12
Sec. 4.511
Regulations
Amnd. by Ord. 2014-12
Sec. 4.512
Revocation or suspension of registration
Sec. 4.513
Appeals
Amnd. by Ord. 2014-12
Article 4.600 Wreckers
 
Sec. 4.601
Requirements
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.602
Exceptions
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.603
Definitions
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.604
Application for registration requirements
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.605
Vehicle requirements
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.606
Wrecker service agreement authorized
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.607
Rotation requirements
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.608
Record keeping; inspection
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.609
Registration; issuance; term; fee
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.610
Registration; denial; suspension; or revocation
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.611
Appeal
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.612
Insurance
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.613
Police requested vehicle removal
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.614
Nonpolice requested vehicle removal
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.615
Solicitation of wrecker business
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.616
Employee shall not refer
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.617
Notification of changes
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.618
Administrative process, fees and release of vehicles
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Sec. 4.619
Violations; penalties
Rpld. by Ord. 2024-02
Article 4.700 Garage Sales
 
Sec. 4.701
Frequency defined
 
 
(a) Frequency
 
(b) Duration
 
(c) Definition
Sec. 4.702
Combined sale
Sec. 4.703
Permit; required fee
Sec. 4.704
Signage
Sec. 4.705
Exemptions
Sec. 4.706
Violation; penalty
Article 4.800 Residential Vehicle Sales
 
Sec. 4.801
Intent
Sec. 4.802
Ownership required
Sec. 4.803
Registration check; violation cause for citation
Sec. 4.804
Documentation to satisfy requirements
Sec. 4.805
Violation; penalty
Sec. 4.806
Severability
NIC
Sec. 4.807
Effective date
NIC
Article 4.900 Cable Television Rate Regulations
 
Sec. 4.901
Definitions
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.902
Initial review of basic cable rates
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.903
Review of request for increase in basic cable rates
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.904
Cable operator information
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.905
Automatic rate adjustments
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.906
Enforcement
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Article 4.1000 Cable Television Customer Service Standards
 
Sec. 4.1001
Definitions
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.1002
Regulation of customer service standards
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.1003
Office hours and telephone availability
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.1004
Installations, outages and service calls
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.1005
Communications with subscribers
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.1006
Enforcement
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.1007
Conflict of provisions
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Article 4.1100 Sexually Oriented Business
 
Sec. 4.1101
Purpose and intent
Sec. 4.1102
Definitions
Sec. 4.1103
Location of sexually oriented businesses
Sec. 4.1104
License required
Sec. 4.1105
Application fee
Sec. 4.1106
License issuance
Sec. 4.1107
Inspection and maintenance of records
Sec. 4.1108
Expiration of license
Sec. 4.1109
Suspension
Sec. 4.1110
Revocation
Sec. 4.1111
Appeal
Sec. 4.1112
Transfer of license
Sec. 4.1113
Exemption from distance requirements
Sec. 4.1114
Additional regulations for adult cabarets
Sec. 4.1115
Additional regulations for escort agencies
Sec. 4.1116
Additional regulations for nude model businesses
Sec. 4.1117
Additional regulations for adult theaters and adult motion picture theaters
Sec. 4.1118
Additional regulations for adult motels
Sec. 4.1119
Regulations pertaining to exhibition of sexually explicit films or videos
Sec. 4.1120
Additional regulations for sexually oriented businesses
Sec. 4.1121
Violation a misdemeanor
Sec. 4.1122
Defenses
Article 4.1200 Concrete Batch Plants
 
Sec. 4.1201
Prohibited within city
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.1202
Definitions
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.1203
Variance permitted
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 4.1204
Violation; penalty
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Article 4.1300 Food Vendor Permits
 
Sec. 4.1301
Definitions
Sec. 4.1302
Permit required
Sec. 4.1303
Permit requirements
Sec. 4.1304
Alcoholic beverages
Sec. 4.1305
Exemptions; nonprofit organizations
Sec. 4.1306
Exemptions; food establishments
Sec. 4.1307
Violation; penalty
Article 4.1400 Snow Cone Stands
 
Sec. 4.1401
Permit required
Sec. 4.1402
Defined
Sec. 4.1403
Permit application
Sec. 4.1404
Permit issuance requirements
Sec. 4.1405
Exemptions
Sec. 4.1406
Duration of permits
Sec. 4.1407
Hours of operation
Sec. 4.1408
Violation; penalty
CHAPTER 5 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
Article 5.100 Fire Marshal
 
Sec. 5.101
Office created; appointment; compensation
Sec. 5.102
Investigations; records
Sec. 5.103
Testimony and evidence
Sec. 5.104
Power to summon witnesses and administer oaths
Sec. 5.105
Refusal to testify; misdemeanor; penalty
Sec. 5.106
Private investigation
Article 5.200 Fire Department
 
Sec. 5.201
Created
Sec. 5.202
Membership
Sec. 5.203
Full-time and part-time employees
Sec. 5.204
Fire chief; duties
Sec. 5.205
Duties at place of fire
Sec. 5.206
Destruction of building
Sec. 5.207
Right-of-way of equipment and apparatus
Sec. 5.208
Right to rope off or barricade fire area
Sec. 5.209
Storage of fire apparatus
Sec. 5.210
Power and authority of officers at fire
Sec. 5.211
Badges
Sec. 5.212
Emergency ambulance service
 
 
(a) Established
 
(b) Service rates
 
(c) Definitions
 
(d) Rates to be published
Sec. 5.213
Pension fund for disabled members
Sec. 5.214
Exemption from fire fighters’ relief and retirement fund act
Sec. 5.215
Interference with department; prohibited
Sec. 5.216
Interference with apparatus; prohibited
Sec. 5.217
Violation; penalty
Article 5.300 Arson Investigating Unit
 
Sec. 5.301
Created
Sec. 5.302
Purpose
Sec. 5.303
Chief designated
Sec. 5.304
Members
Sec. 5.305
Authority, powers, and duties
Article 5.400 Fireworks
 
Sec. 5.401
Definitions
Sec. 5.402
Explosion of fireworks a nuisance
Sec. 5.403
Explosion of fireworks; prohibited
Sec. 5.404
Possession of fireworks prohibited when sale no longer allowed
Sec. 5.405
Sale of fireworks prohibited; exceptions
Sec. 5.406
Permit
Sec. 5.407
Violation; penalty
Article 5.500 Fire Code
 
Sec. 5.501
Adopted
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-22
Sec. 5.502
Bureau of fire prevention; established duties
Sec. 5.503
Jurisdiction defined
Sec. 5.504
Local amendments to the 2003 International Fire Code
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-22
Sec. 5.505
Storage of flammable and combustible liquids
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 5.506
Appeals
Sec. 5.507
New materials, processes or occupancies which may require permits
Sec. 5.508
Violation; penalty
Sec. 5.509
Maintaining building in condition liable to fire; prohibited; penalty
Sec. 5.510
Improper maintenance of heating appliance or storage of explosives; penalty
Sec. 5.511
Recovery of penalties; separate offense
CHAPTER 6 HEALTH & SANITATION
Article 6.100 Weeds, Brush and High Grass
 
Sec. 6.101
Definitions
Sec. 6.102
Height limitations
Sec. 6.103
High weeds a nuisance
Sec. 6.104
Exemption
Sec. 6.105
Tracts greater than two acres
Sec. 6.106
Parkway maintenance
Amnd. by Ord. 2012-18
Sec. 6.107
Notice of violation prior to abatement by city; abatement by city
Sec. 6.108
Assessment of expenses lien
Sec. 6.109
Penalty
Sec. 6.110
Additional authority to abate dangerous weeds without notice
Article 6.200 Litter
 
Sec. 6.201
Definitions
Sec. 6.202
Littering unlawful
Sec. 6.203
Duty to keep property free of litter
Sec. 6.204
Container closure; maintenance
Sec. 6.205
Pedestrian litter container; use restrictions
Sec. 6.206
Vehicles transporting loose materials
Sec. 6.207
Littering from motor vehicle; evidence
Sec. 6.208
Violation; penalty
Article 6.300 Food Sanitation
 
Sec. 6.301
Designation of health authority
Sec. 6.302
State regulations adopted
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 6.303
Definitions
Sec. 6.304
Health permit-required
Sec. 6.305
Permit posting
Sec. 6.306
Permit nontransferable
Sec. 6.307
Multiple permits
Sec. 6.308
Permit suspension
Sec. 6.309
Permit suspension notification of right to hearing
Sec. 6.310
Permit revocation
Sec. 6.311
Service of notices
Sec. 6.312
Hearings
Sec. 6.313
Right of appeal
Sec. 6.314
Permit application after revocation
Sec. 6.315
Permit fees
Sec. 6.316
Submission and review of plans
Sec. 6.317
Preoperational inspection
Sec. 6.318
Food manager certification and food handler training certificates
Sec. 6.319
Violation; penalty
CHAPTER 7 MUNICIPAL COURT
Article 7.100 Municipal Court Generally
 
Sec. 7.101
Established
Sec. 7.102
Court designation
Sec. 7.103
Municipal court jurisdiction
Sec. 7.104
Judges-appointment
Sec. 7.105
Judges-qualifications
Sec. 7.106
Judges compensation
Sec. 7.107
Judges supervision and control of the court
Sec. 7.108
Judges-term
Sec. 7.109
Judges-vacancies; substitute judge
Sec. 7.110
Appointment of court clerk and court personnel
Sec. 7.111
Court reporter
Sec. 7.112
Seal
Sec. 7.113
Jury
Sec. 7.114
Transcript preparation fee
Sec. 7.115
Authority to issue citations
Sec. 7.116
Violation of promise to appear
Sec. 7.117
Violation; penalty
Sec. 7.118
Authority to issue warrants
Article 7.200 Building Security Fund
 
Sec. 7.201
Fund created
Rpld. by Ord. 2021-02
Sec. 7.202
Fee assessed
Rpld. by Ord. 2021-02
Sec. 7.203
Fund purposes
Rpld. by Ord. 2021-02
Article 7.300 Technology Fund
 
Sec. 7.301
Establishment of municipal court technology fund
Rpld. by Ord. 2021-02
Sec. 7.302
Establishment of amount of the fee and assessment and collection
Rpld. by Ord. 2021-02
Sec. 7.303
Designated use of the fund and administration
Rpld. by Ord. 2021-02
CHAPTER 8 OFFENSES & NUISANCES
Article 8.100 Nuisances
 
Sec. 8.101
Nuisance defined; generally
Sec. 8.102
Definitions
Sec. 8.103
Nuisances specifically
Sec. 8.104
Order to abate nuisance
Sec. 8.105
Service of notice
Sec. 8.106
Closure of business
Sec. 8.107
Noncompliance
Sec. 8.108
Authority in case of public epidemic or immediate danger
Sec. 8.109
Assessment of expenses lien
Sec. 8.110
Enforcement
Sec. 8.111
Right of entry
Sec. 8.112
Violation; penalty
Article 8.200 Junked Vehicles
 
Sec. 8.201
Definitions
Sec. 8.202
Junked vehicles declared public nuisance
Sec. 8.203
Notice
Sec. 8.204
Hearing
Sec. 8.205
Abatement of nuisance
Sec. 8.206
Junked vehicles not to be made operable after removal
Sec. 8.207
Notice to department of transportation
Sec. 8.208
Disposal of junked vehicles
Sec. 8.209
Application of article
Sec. 8.210
Offense; penalty
Article 8.300 Noise
 
Sec. 8.301
Loud noise declared nuisance; prohibited
Sec. 8.302
Noise of continued duration and intensity declared nuisance; prohibited
Sec. 8.303
Designated nuisances
Sec. 8.304
Violation; penalty
Article 8.400 Miscellaneous Nuisances
 
Sec. 8.401
Burning garbage or refuse
Sec. 8.402
Dumping of dead animals, filth or rubbish; prohibited
Sec. 8.403
Duty of police
Article 8.500 Outdoor Display, Storage and Junk
 
Sec. 8.501
Outdoor display in commercial and industrial districts
Sec. 8.502
Outdoor storage in commercial and industrial districts
Sec. 8.503
Junk
Sec. 8.504
Violation; penalty
Article 8.600 Posters, Signs and Billboards
 
Sec. 8.601
Posting upon city property deemed nuisance; prohibited
Sec. 8.602
Violation; penalty
Article 8.700 Storage of Gasoline
 
Sec. 8.701
Storage of more than five gallons for resale; prohibited
Sec. 8.702
Nuisance declared
Sec. 8.703
Violation; penalty
Article 8.800 Smoking in Public Places
 
Sec. 8.801
Definitions
Sec. 8.802
Prohibition of smoking in certain areas
Sec. 8.803
Regulation of smoking in eating establishments
Sec. 8.804
Affirmative defenses to smoking
Sec. 8.805
More stringent requirements allowed
Sec. 8.806
Enforcement
Sec. 8.807
Violation; penalty
Article 8.900 Discrimination
 
Sec. 8.901
Definitions
Sec. 8.902
Prohibited
Sec. 8.903
Applicability
Sec. 8.904
Civil remedies unaffected
Sec. 8.905
Violation; penalty
Article 8.1000 Discharge of Firearms
 
Sec. 8.1001
Firearm defined
Sec. 8.1002
Discharge unlawful
Sec. 8.1003
Defense to prosecution
Sec. 8.1004
Violation; penalty
Article 8.1100 Fence Maintenance
 
Sec. 8.1101
Definitions
Sec. 8.1102
Maintenance of fences
Sec. 8.1103
Proof requirements
Sec. 8.1104
Applicability of other laws regarding fences
Article 8.1200 Prohibition of Certain Drugs
 
Sec. 8.1201
Definitions
Sec. 8.1202
Possession, purchase, sale or ingestion of prohibited smoking material
Sec. 8.1203
Defenses to prosecution
CHAPTER 9 PERSONNEL
Article 9.100 Reserve Police Officers
 
Sec. 9.101
Program established
Sec. 9.102
Compensation for testifying in criminal case
Article 9.200 Park Board
 
Sec. 9.201
Created
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.202
Membership requirements; term
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.203
Cooperation with city departments
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.204
Duties
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.205
Ex officio member
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.206
Rules and regulations
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.207
Removal from board due to absence
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.208
Recommendations to city council
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.209
Employment information
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.210
Use of revenue
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 9.211
Modification of rules
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Article 9.300 Employee’s Retirement and Benefits
 
Sec. 9.301
Municipal retirement system
NIC
Sec. 9.302
Supplemental benefits fund
NIC
Sec. 9.303
Supplemental death benefits fund
NIC
Sec. 9.304
Municipal retirement system authorization of restricted prior service credit
NIC
Sec. 9.305
Municipal retirement system authorization of updated service credits
NIC
Sec. 9.306
Municipal retirement system increase in annuities
NIC
Sec. 9.307
Effective date for updated service credits and increase in annuities
NIC
Sec. 9.308
Municipal retirement system; participation criteria
NIC
Sec. 9.309
Effective date for certain provisions
NIC
Sec. 9.310
Municipal retirement system-service retirement annuity
NIC
Sec. 9.311
Authorization of updated service credits - 2001
NIC
Sec. 9.312
Increase in retirement annuities - 2001
NIC
CHAPTER 10 SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE
Article 10.100 Subdivision Ordinance
Exhibit A City of Azle Subdivision Ordinance
Ch. 10A
CHAPTER 11 TAXATION
Article 11.100 Sales Tax
Article 11.200 Ad Valorem Taxes
 
Sec. 11.201
Payable
Sec. 11.202
Delinquency; penalty
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 11.203
Delinquency; interest; penalty
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 11.204
Residential homestead tax exemption
Sec. 11.205
Penalties to defray cost of collection
Sec. 11.206
Goods in transit
Article 11.300 Bingo Tax
Article 11.400 Hotel Occupancy Tax
 
Sec. 11.401
Definitions
Sec. 11.402
Levy and applicability of tax
Sec. 11.403
Use of tax revenues
Sec. 11.404
Collection of tax
Sec. 11.405
Rules
Article 11.500 Coin-Operated Machine Tax
Article 11.600 Tax Levy for Crime Control and Prevention District
CHAPTER 12 TRAFFIC & VEHICLES
Article 12.100 Traffic and Transportation Commission
 
Sec. 12.101
Created
Dltd. by Ord. 2016-13
Sec. 12.102
Membership requirements; terms
Dltd. by Ord. 2016-13
Sec. 12.103
Cooperation with city departments
Dltd. by Ord. 2016-13
Sec. 12.104
Duties
Dltd. by Ord. 2016-13
Sec. 12.105
Ex officio member
Dltd. by Ord. 2016-13
Sec. 12.106
Rules and regulations; quorum
Dltd. by Ord. 2016-13
Sec. 12.107
Removal from the commission due to absence
Dltd. by Ord. 2016-13
Sec. 12.108
Recommendations to city council
Dltd. by Ord. 2016-13
Article 12.200 Traffic Control Devices
 
Sec. 12.201
Installation according to state regulations required
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 12.202
Compliance by drivers required
Sec. 12.203
Applicability
Sec. 12.204
Prohibited signs
Sec. 12.205
Altering, injuring or removing signs; prohibited
Sec. 12.206
Authority to erect signs; report
Sec. 12.207
Unauthorized installation of sign prima facie; evidence
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-18
Sec. 12.208
Violation; penalty
Sec. 12.209
Stop intersections designated
Article 12.300 Speed Restrictions
Article 12.400 Parking
 
Sec. 12.401
Parking defined
Sec. 12.402
Prohibited vehicles
Sec. 12.403
Parking prohibited on certain streets
Sec. 12.404
Removal of violating vehicle
Sec. 12.405
Signposting
Sec. 12.406
Parking of oversized commercial vehicles unlawful on private property
Sec. 12.407
Parking on residential lots
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-13
Sec. 12.408
Violation; penalty
Article 12.500 Emergency Vehicles
 
Sec. 12.501
Use of emergency vehicle privileges; generally
Sec. 12.502
Permitted acts
Sec. 12.503
Use of signals required; exception
Sec. 12.504
Safe driving practices required
Sec. 12.505
Violation; penalty
Article 12.600 Miscellaneous Traffic Regulations
 
Sec. 12.601
Vehicle dropping load on street; prohibited
Sec. 12.602
Driving on newly paved street; prohibited
Sec. 12.603
Vehicles with lugs or cleats; prohibited on paved roads
Sec. 12.604
Racing motor; sudden starts or stops; unnecessary horn blowing; auxiliary or compression engine brakes; prohibited
 
 
(a) Racing motor
 
(b) Sudden starts or stops; unnecessary horn blowing
 
(c)-(e) Compression engine brakes
Sec. 12.605
Violation; penalty
Article 12.700 Obstructing Streets and Alleys
 
Sec. 12.701
Parking of vehicles or storage of junk or refuse in alleys; prohibited
Sec. 12.702
Conduct of business in alley; prohibited
Sec. 12.703
Authority to remove obstruction
Sec. 12.704
Cost of removal
Sec. 12.705
Violation; citation; penalty
Sec. 12.706
Injunctive relief
Article 12.800 Cutting Into or Damaging Streets
 
Sec. 12.801
Damaging streets
Sec. 12.802
Excavation permit required
Sec. 12.803
Bond required
Sec. 12.804
Violation; penalty
Article 12.900 Street Addresses
 
Sec. 12.901
Posting required
Sec. 12.902
Visibility
Sec. 12.903
Responsibility; penalty
Article 12.1000 Major Thoroughfare Plan Adopted
NIC
Article 12.1100 Restricted Truck Route
 
Sec. 12.1101
Definitions
Sec. 12.1102
Offense
Sec. 12.1103
Designation of restricted truck routes
Sec. 12.1104
Exceptions
Sec. 12.1105
Notice
Sec. 12.1106
Violation; citation; penalty
Article 12.1200 Solicitation and Sales
 
Sec. 12.1201
Definitions
Sec. 12.1202
Solicitations and sales in roadway
Sec. 12.1203
Solicitations and sales; occupants of vehicles
CHAPTER 13 UTILITIES
Article 13.100 Water System
 
Sec. 13.101
Contract for water services
Sec. 13.102
Violation of contract; notice; disconnection
Sec. 13.103
Water tap fees
Sec. 13.104
Construction site, installation of meter by city
Sec. 13.105
Construction site - maintenance of meter
Sec. 13.106
Construction site - replacement
Sec. 13.107
Water rationing; violation; penalty
Sec. 13.108
Damaging or tampering with system unlawful
Sec. 13.109
Unauthorized turn-on of water, damaging lock; prohibited
Sec. 13.110
Unauthorized connection or disconnection
Sec. 13.111
Meter testing procedure
§ 13.05.040 § A6.016 amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 13.112
Discontinuation of water service
Sec. 13.113
Payment for damage to system
Sec. 13.114
Requirements for reconnection of water service
Sec. 13.115
Violation; penalty
Article 13.200 Connection to Water System
 
Sec. 13.201
Definitions
Sec. 13.202
Service permit required; application; exception
Sec. 13.203
Permit requirements
Sec. 13.204
Minimum monthly charge
Sec. 13.205
Resale prohibited
Sec. 13.206
Violation; penalty
Article 13.300 Sewer Administration
 
Sec. 13.301
Definitions
Sec. 13.302
Department created; superintendent
Sec. 13.303
Permit required; compliance with regulations
Sec. 13.304
Permit application; fee
Sec. 13.305
Requirements for connection of residential and commercial garages
Sec. 13.306
Septic tank use; connection to sewer system
Sec. 13.307
Removal of defective septic tanks, cesspools or outdoor facilities
Sec. 13.308
Installation of toilet facilities; required
Sec. 13.309
Prohibited acts
Sec. 13.310
Liability for damage to sewer or street
Sec. 13.311
Unlawful connection to sewer
Sec. 13.312
Depositing obstructing materials; prohibited
Sec. 13.313
Damaging sewer system; prohibited
Sec. 13.314
Excavation of streets - notice required
Sec. 13.315
Barriers and lights required
Sec. 13.316
Connection of building not within city permitted
Sec. 13.317
Connecting old plumbing - approval required
Sec. 13.318
Specifications for house sewer line connection
Sec. 13.319
Basement drain; release of liability
Sec. 13.320
Prohibited pipe connections
Sec. 13.321
Enforcement; authority; inspection
Sec. 13.322
Application for permit to extend sewer line
Sec. 13.323
Inspection of extensions
Sec. 13.324
Severability
NIC
Sec. 13.325
Violation; penalties
Article 13.400 Sewer Use Regulations and Computation of Charges
 
Sec. 13.401
Definitions
Sec. 13.402
Prohibited discharge
Sec. 13.403
Industrial waste - permit required
Sec. 13.404
Structures required
Sec. 13.405
Disconnection of service line
Sec. 13.406
Inspection; city not liable
Sec. 13.407
Measurement of flow
Sec. 13.408
Determining the character and concentration of flow
Sec. 13.409
Pretreatment of waste
Sec. 13.410
Abnormal sewage surcharge
Sec. 13.411
Plans and specifications of pretreatment facilities
Sec. 13.412
Waste from acid sinks
Sec. 13.413
Violation; penalty
Sec. 13.414
Determination
Sec. 13.415
Intent
Sec. 13.416
Wastewater operation and maintenance fund
Sec. 13.417
User contribution to costs; review by city manager
Sec. 13.418
Rates for user charges; formula
Sec. 13.419
1986-87 rates for user charges; basis for computation
Sec. 13.420
Discharge of toxic pollutants - increased rates
Sec. 13.421
Rates; notification to user
Sec. 13.422
Consistency with clean water act requirements
Sec. 13.423
Discontinuation of service for nonpayment of bills
Sec. 13.424
Use of water meter to determine wastewater charge
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 13.425
Customer rates for user classes; basis for determination
Sec. 13.426
1986-87 customer charges; basis for computation
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 13.427
Rules and regulations for enforcement
Article 13.500 Connection to Sewer System
 
Sec. 13.501
Definitions
Sec. 13.502
Service permit required; application; exception
Sec. 13.503
Sewer tap fees
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-13
Sec. 13.504
Permit requirements
Sec. 13.505
Reserved for future use
 
Sec. 13.506
Private sewer facilities
Sec. 13.507
Violation; penalty
Article 13.600 Utility Rate Study Committee
 
Sec. 13.601
Established
Sec. 13.602
Membership
Sec. 13.603
Appointment
Sec. 13.604
Purpose
Sec. 13.605
Power and authority
Sec. 13.606
Expenses
Sec. 13.607
Power to subpoena
Article 13.700 Reserved for Future Use
 
Article 13.800 Connections to Utilities
 
Sec. 13.801
Unauthorized connection; prohibited
Sec. 13.802
Violation; penalty
Article 13.900 Deposits for Public Services
 
Sec. 13.901
Generally
Amnd. by Ord. 2016-20
Sec. 13.902
Outside the city limits
Sec. 13.903
Additional deposits
Sec. 13.904
Exceptions
Article 13.1000 Water and Wastewater Impact Fees
 
Sec. 13.1001
Purpose
Sec. 13.1002
Authority
Sec. 13.1003
Definitions
Sec. 13.1004
Applicability of impact fees
Sec. 13.1005
Impact fees as conditions of development approval
Sec. 13.1006
Establishment of water and waste water service areas
Sec. 13.1007
Land use assumptions
Amnd. by Ord. 2018-01
Sec. 13.1008
Capital improvement plan
Amnd. by Ord. 2018-01
Sec. 13.1009
Service units
Sec. 13.1010
Impact fees per service unit
Amnd. by Ord. 2018-01
Sec. 13.1011
Assessment of impact fees
Sec. 13.1012
Calculation of impact fees
Sec. 13.1013
Collection of impact fees
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-05
Sec. 13.1014
Offsets and credits against impact fees
Sec. 13.1015
Establishment of accounts and records
Sec. 13.1016
Use of proceeds of impact fee accounts
Sec. 13.1017
Appeals
Sec. 13.1018
Refunds
Sec. 13.1019
Updates to plan and revision of fees
Sec. 13.1020
Functions of advisory committee
Sec. 13.1021
Agreement for capital improvements
Sec. 13.1022
Use of other financing mechanisms
Sec. 13.1023
Impact fees as additional and supplemental regulation
Sec. 13.1024
Relief procedures
Sec. 13.1025
Certification of compliance
Article 13.1100 Water and Sewer Rates
 
Sec. 13.1101
Generally
Sec. 13.1102
Water rates within the corporate city limits.
Sec. 13.1103
Water rates outside corporate city limits
Sec. 13.1104
Sewer rates
Sec. 13.1104.5
Water and sewer surcharge rates
Sec. 13.1105
Billing-payment due
Sec. 13.1106
Prompt payments; discontinuation of service
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 13.1107
Reconnection fee
Sec. 13.1108
Returned check fee
Sec. 13.1109
Additional fee; reconnection due to illegal tampering
Sec. 13.1110
Water meters
Sec. 13.1111
Account initiation fee
Sec. 13.1112
Donations through utility billing
Amnd. by Ord. 2014-04
Article 13.1200 Water and Sewer Extensions
 
Sec. 13.1201
Extension policy
Sec. 13.1202
Policy contingent upon available funds
Article 13.1300 Construction of Water and Sewer Facilities
 
Sec. 13.1301
Generally
Sec. 13.1302
Water facilities
Sec. 13.1303
Sewer facilities
Sec. 13.1304
Stormdrains
Sec. 13.1305
Right to reject construction bids
Article 13.1400 Garbage and Waste Disposal
 
Sec. 13.1401
Title
Sec. 13.1402
Purpose
Sec. 13.1403
Subscription to garbage service required
Sec. 13.1404
Definitions
Sec. 13.1405
Animal manure
Sec. 13.1406
Container requirements
Sec. 13.1407
Accumulation of solid waste; prohibited
Sec. 13.1408
Collection requirements
Sec. 13.1409
Collection rates
Sec. 13.1410
Bulky items
Sec. 13.1411
Disabled customers
Sec. 13.1412
Brush
Sec. 13.1413
Hazardous and special waste
Sec. 13.1414
Transportation of waste
Sec. 13.1415
Private waste disposal service
Sec. 13.1416
Burning of waste unlawful
Sec. 13.1417
Disposal of waste by property owner or occupant
Sec. 13.1418
Using another’s garbage container or scattering garbage prohibited
Sec. 13.1419
Violation; penalty
Article 13.1500 Municipal Drainage Utility System
 
Sec. 13.1501
Definitions
Sec. 13.1502
Establishment of a stormwater utility fee
Sec. 13.1503
Calculation of stormwater utility fees
Sec. 13.1504
Billing and payment; penalties
Sec. 13.1505
Appeal
Sec. 13.1506
Program responsibility
Sec. 13.1507
Stormwater utility fund
Sec. 13.1508
Exemptions
Article 13.1600 Stormwater Ordinance
 
Sec. 13.1601
General provisions
 
 
(a) Purpose
 
(b) Administration
 
(c) Abbreviations
 
(d) Definitions
Sec. 13.1602
General prohibition
Amnd. by Ord. 2018-05
Sec. 13.1603
Specific prohibitions and requirements
Sec. 13.1604
Release reporting and cleanup
Sec. 13.1605
Stormwater discharges from construction activities
Sec. 13.1606
Stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity
Sec. 13.1607
Compliance monitoring
Sec. 13.1608
Citizen participation [and publication]
Sec. 13.1609
Administrative enforcement remedies
Sec. 13.1610
Right to reconsideration, hearing and appeal
Sec. 13.1611
Judicial enforcement remedies
Sec. 13.1612
Supplemental enforcement action
Sec. 13.1613
Miscellaneous provisions
Sec. 13.1614
Penalty clause
Article 13.1700 Natural Gas
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Article 13.1800 Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan
 
Sec. 13.1801
Introduction and objectives
Superseded by Ord. 2013-01
Sec. 13.1802
Conservation plans
Superseded by Ord. 2013-01
Sec. 13.1803
Drought contingency plans
Superseded by Ord. 2013-01
Sec. 13.1804
Minimum required water conservation plan content
Superseded by Ord. 2013-01
Sec. 13.1805
Additional required water conservation plan content
Superseded by Ord. 2013-01
Sec. 13.1806
Optional water conservation plan content
Superseded by Ord. 2013-01
Sec. 13.1807
Drought contingency plan
Superseded by Ord. 2013-01
CHAPTER 14 ZONING
Article 14.100 Planning and Zoning Commission
 
Sec. 14.101
Commission established
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 14.102
Membership requirements
Sec. 14.103
Officers-powers and duties
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
Sec. 14.104
Adoption of master plan
Amnd. by Ord. 2019-07
CHAPTER 15 ENVIRONMENTAL
Article 15.100 General Provisions
 
Article 15.200 Municipal Settings Designation
 
Sec. 15.201
Definitions
Sec. 15.202
Declaration of policy and purpose
Sec. 15.203
Use of groundwater in municipal setting designation as a potable water source prohibited
Sec. 15.204
Application for city council approval of municipal setting designation
Sec. 15.205
Review
Sec. 15.206
City manager or designee action following application review
Sec. 15.207
Notice of public meeting and public hearing
Sec. 15.208
Conduct of public meeting
Sec. 15.209
Conduct of public hearing
Sec. 15.210
Limitation on reapplication
Sec. 15.211
Additional requirements
APPENDIX A FEE SCHEDULE
 
Article 1.000 Returned Checks
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Article 2.000 Animal Control Fees
Amnd. by Ord. 2013-02
Article 3.000 Building Related Fees
 
Sec. 3.100
Electrician registration fees
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 3.200
Water well permit fee
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 3.300
Backflow prevention
Amnd. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 3.400
Public swimming pools permits and fees
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Article 4.000 Business Related Fees
 
Sec. 4.100
Commercial occupancy permits
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 4.200
Outdoor sales permit applications
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 4.300
Door-to-door solicitor fees
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 4.400
Wrecker registration fee
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 4.500
Administrative fees for release of impounded vehicles
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 4.600
Garage sale permit fee
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 4.700
Sexually oriented business license fees
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 4.800
Food establishment permit fee
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 4.900
Snow cone stands
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Sec. 4.1000
Food establishment inspection fees
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Article 5.000 Fire Protection Related Fees
 
Sec. 5.100
Public fireworks display permit fee
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15
Article 6.000 Municipal Court Related Fees
 
Sec. 6.100
Transcript preparation fee
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 6.200
Building security fund
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 6.300
Technology fund
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Article 7.000 Utility Related Fees
 
Sec. 7.100
Water tap fees
Amnd. by Ord. 2015-13
Sec. 7.200
Fee for reconnection of water service
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 7.300
Sewer connection permit fee
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 7.400
Sewer use discharge rates
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 7.500
Utility deposits
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 7.600
Deposits for service outside the city limits
Amnd. by Ord, 2016-20
Sec. 7.700
Water system impact fee calculation
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Sec. 7.800
Sewer rates
Amnd. by Ord. 2012-13
Sec. 7.900
Reserved for future use
 
Sec. 7.1000
Reconnection fees
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 7.1100
Returned check fee
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 7.1200
Additional fee for reconnection due to illegal tampering
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 7.1300
Penalties for failure to pay
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 7.1400
Stormwater utility fees
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 7.1500
Water and sewer surcharge rates
Amnd. by Ord. 2025-14
Sec. 7.1600
Water rates
Amnd. by Ord. 2012-13
Sec. 7.1700
Account initiation fee
Amnd. by Ord. 2021-19
Sec. 7.1800
Natural gas
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting Code
Article 8.000 Parks and Recreation Fees
Amnd. by Ord. 2014-01
Article 9.000 Development Fees
Rpld. by Ord. 2012-15