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City: Renting backyards, pools is prohibited
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The City of El Paso is launching a public education campaign to remind residents that renting out residential pools and backyards for events or parties is not allowed.
The City said this is to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
'When hot weather arrives, we see a rise in safety concerns, traffic issues, and disturbances stemming from residents renting out parts of their homes as entertainment venues,' Code Enforcement Director Steve Alvarado said. 'This summer to mitigate the issue, we are reaching out to residents to help them understand the law, and foster more harmonious neighborhoods.'
Using residential properties as entertainment venues poses serious safety risks, excessive noise, traffic congestion, and parking problems, the City said.
'Violating this zoning regulation outlined in the El Paso City Code is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $2,000,' read the news release by the City.
The City said increased enforcement will follow the campaign, which will utilize a variety of strategies to inform the public about the venue restrictions and how to access more information such as:
Direct mail to all single-family residential properties with pools
A robust social media campaign
Website information
In-person visits and written notices by Code Enforcement Officers
However, these zoning regulations do not prohibit all celebrations, such as family parties or gatherings. The restriction applies when payment is exchanged for the temporary use of a home's backyard or pool as an entertainment venue, the City said.
To learn more about this zoning ordinance, which prioritizes neighborhood safety, visit here.
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