DeSoto Code Enforcement

03/27/2025

Did you know that Sec. 4.1003 of our City Ordinance requires a permit to conduct a garage sale? 🏠💸

Here's what you need to know:
✅ You can hold two (2) garage sales per year.
❌ Selling new merchandise for resale is against city ordinance.

📍 Temporary signs can be placed on the property where the sale is held, but no signs at remote locations. They are illegal!

To obtain your permit and get FREE advertising on our city website, visit desototexas.gov or call the Action Center at 972-230-9600.
Let’s keep DeSoto looking great! 😊

03/14/2025

Thank you, Councilmember Parker, for your kind words and continued support! We truly appreciate the opportunity to work together to keep DeSoto a safe and vibrant community. Our Code Enforcement team is dedicated to ensuring a high quality of life for both residents and businesses, and it's great to see that effort recognized. A special thanks to Officer King for proudly representing our department and consistently going above and beyond. We’re proud to serve DeSoto and look forward to continuing our work together.

I appreciated the DeSoto Code Enforcement for giving me a chance to ride along with officer Senester King and see what they see in these DeSoto streets.
Many times we are negative about the job of a code officer but they do tackle alot to help keep our Community safe and help retain a quality of life for the DeSoto residents and businesses.

Pierette L Parker

03/13/2025

🌿🌷 Spring is Coming, DeSoto! 🌷🌿

As we welcome the beauty of spring, let’s remember to keep our streets, sidewalks, and alleys clean! 🌞✨

It is unlawful to blow grass, weeds, or leaves onto the street, sidewalk, or alley. These yard trimmings must be bagged or mulched according to Ordinance 6.501(b)2.

To have your yard waste collected, please call the DeSoto Action Center at 972-230-9600 to submit a service request.

By following this simple rule, we can help maintain the beauty of our community and keep our environment healthy! 🌱💚

Please do your part and keep DeSoto clean! 🧹🚫

03/06/2025

Neighborhood Patrol Alert! 🚨

Hey, DeSoto! 👋

On Friday, March 7th at 10 AM, join Pierette Parker - DeSoto Council Member, Place 2 for a Code and Council Neighborhood Patrol in our community!

This patrol is a fantastic opportunity for Councilmember Parker to ride along with our dedicated Code Enforcement Officers and see firsthand how we’re tackling issues like property maintenance, zoning violations, and neighborhood safety. 🏠✨

Why should you be excited?
✅ Firsthand Insight: Pierette will get an up-close look at the real concerns affecting our area, helping her make informed decisions that benefit YOU.
✅ Improved Communication: This patrol fosters better teamwork between our City Council and Code Enforcement, meaning faster solutions to issues that matter most.
✅ Stronger, Safer Neighborhoods: By understanding our needs, Pierette can advocate for changes that make our community a safer, cleaner, and more beautiful place to live.
✅ Building Trust: When elected officials show up and actively engage, it builds the transparency and trust we need to thrive as a community! 🤝

Look out for us on Friday and feel free to approach with any questions or concerns you may have about our neighborhood! Let’s work together to keep DeSoto strong and vibrant! 💪💙

02/25/2025

Neighborhood Patrol Alert! 🚨

Hey, DeSoto! 👋

On Saturday, March 1st at 10 AM, join Councilwoman Nicole Raphiel(Place 3) for a Code and Council Neighborhood Patrol in our community!

This patrol is a fantastic opportunity for Councilmember Raphiel to ride along with our dedicated Code Enforcement Officers and see firsthand how we’re tackling issues like property maintenance, zoning violations, and neighborhood safety. 🏠✨

Why should you be excited?
✅ Firsthand Insight: Nicole will get an up-close look at the real concerns affecting our area, helping her make informed decisions that benefit YOU.
✅ Improved Communication: This patrol fosters better teamwork between our City Council and Code Enforcement, meaning faster solutions to issues that matter most.
✅ Stronger, Safer Neighborhoods: By understanding our needs, Nicole can advocate for changes that make our community a safer, cleaner, and more beautiful place to live.
✅ Building Trust: When elected officials show up and actively engage, it builds the transparency and trust we need to thrive as a community! 🤝

Look out for us on Saturday and feel free to approach with any questions or concerns you may have about our neighborhood! Let’s work together to keep DeSoto strong and vibrant! 💪💙

02/22/2025

🌳🚨 Attention DeSoto Residents: Tree Pruning & Power Line Safety 🚨🌳

Please be aware that low-hanging branches could prevent the Republic Waste truck from properly servicing trash carts. More importantly, trees near power lines pose a serious safety risk.
⚡ Remember: Pruning trees near overhead electric lines is dangerous and should only be handled by qualified professionals.
🔌 Oncor's Role:
Oncor handles tree trimming within 10 feet of power lines that could cause hazardous conditions, such as sparking. To report a potential hazard, call Oncor at 888-313-6862.
Oncor will NOT trim trees for wires running directly to your meter.

🌱 Property Owner Responsibility:
If you have trees that are growing into the service wire between the pole and your house, it's up to you, the property owner, to trim or remove them.
⚠️ Stay Safe & Help Keep DeSoto Clean! Trim your trees safely, or contact a professional if needed to avoid any accidents. For more information, click the link.
https://www.oncor.com/content/oncorwww/us/en/home/about-us/vegetation-management.html

02/17/2025

Neighborhood Patrol Alert! 🚨

Hey, DeSoto! 👋

On Saturday, February 22nd at 2 PM, join Councilwoman Crystal Chism (Place 6) for a Code and Council Neighborhood Patrol in our community!

This patrol is a fantastic opportunity for Councilmember Chism to ride along with our dedicated Code Enforcement Officers and see firsthand how we’re tackling issues like property maintenance, zoning violations, and neighborhood safety. 🏠✨

Why should you be excited?
✅ Firsthand Insight: Crystal will get an up-close look at the real concerns affecting our area, helping her make informed decisions that benefit YOU.
✅ Improved Communication: This patrol fosters better teamwork between our City Council and Code Enforcement, meaning faster solutions to issues that matter most.
✅ Stronger, Safer Neighborhoods: By understanding our needs, Crystal can advocate for changes that make our community a safer, cleaner, and more beautiful place to live.
✅ Building Trust: When elected officials show up and actively engage, it builds the transparency and trust we need to thrive as a community! 🤝

Look out for us on Saturday and feel free to approach with any questions or concerns you may have about our neighborhood! Let’s work together to keep DeSoto strong and vibrant! 💪💙

02/15/2025

As we approach election season, we’d like to remind our DeSoto residents that the City of DeSoto maintains a strict policy of neutrality. The City will never send out communications to residents supporting or endorsing any political campaigns, candidates, or political parties.

Our commitment is to keep city operations transparent and without political influence. Please read the latest letter from our City Manager: https://bit.ly/3X4xWiu

02/13/2025

📢 Attention Rental Property Owners in DeSoto!

Each owner of a rental unit within the city is required to register their property with the city. A rental unit is defined as leasing a single-family or duplex unit to someone other than the owner.

📝 Registration is easy!
You can complete the registration online at:
https://www.desototexas.gov/departments/police/divisions/code_enforcement/rental_registration_and_inspection_program.php


For more information, feel free to contact the Code Enforcement Department at 📞 469-658-3073.

Thank you for helping keep DeSoto a great place to live! 😊

02/11/2025

Attention DeSoto Residents!

Need bulky waste collection? Don’t forget to schedule a pickup!

📞 Contact the DeSoto Action Center at 972-274-2489 to arrange your bulky waste collection.

For more details and information, visit us at:
🌐 www.desototexas.gov

Let’s keep DeSoto clean and beautiful! 🌱

02/08/2025

Connecting, learning, and growing at the Code Enforcement Association of Texas Conference! Proud to be part of CEAT, working together for safer communities.

02/06/2025

Meet the dedicated DeSoto Code Enforcement Officers who help keep our community safe and beautiful! Each officer is assigned to a specific zone to ensure our neighborhoods remain well-maintained. Check out the map to see who serves your area and how they can assist you!