City Ordinances

The City of El Lago maintains a list of ordinances which are updated annually, that can be accessed and examined on the web: CITY OF EL LAGO ORDINANCES

Amended or New Ordinances

From time to time, the city amends or creates new ordinances that are not yet codified. If these exist, they will be shown in the link above on the left hand menu under “New Laws.”

City Ordinances of Note

  • Overnight On-Street Parking Prohibited: On-street parking is prohibited between the hours of 3 a.m. and 5 a.m.
  • Juvenile Curfew: Persons under the age of 17 may be in violation of the curfew if they are out during school hours or after midnight without cause or supervision. The ordinance allows ticketing of both parent and child.
  • Speed Limit: The speed limit in the residential portion of El Lago is 20 miles per hour (mph); 15 mph in a school zone during posted hours. Let visitors know enforcement with radar is strict to protect children and pedestrians.
  • Tree Limbs: Limbs must be kept at least 8 feet above sidewalks and 12 feet above roadways.
  • Electric Rideable Devices: Electric scooters, e-bikes, and electric skateboards are prohibited on sidewalks and in park areas; device must be dismounted and walked near schools during school hours; allowed on streets with speed limits 30 MPH or less and must follow ALL traffic laws; helmets required for riders under 18 and no class 3 devices for riders under 16.

Golf Carts in the City of El Lago

The City of El Lago follows Texas state laws regarding golf carts, including:

  • The cart must be insured with at least minimum liability insurance with proof of liability in the cart.
  • The cart must only be operated by a licensed driver and the driver must be able to present a valid driver’s license when required.
  • Cart must be equipped with headlights, tail lights, parking brake, reflectors, and mirrors.
  • Cart must be operated in accordance with city and state traffic laws (includes being driven only on roadways (not sidewalks or grass).

Parking in El Lago

Just a reminder that according to City Ordinances, it is unlawful to park in the following manner or areas:

  • On the street between 3 and 5 a.m.
  • On the lawn of a residence
  • On the curb of a residence
  • Between the curb and the residence except in the driveway of the residence
  • In such a manner as to block the sidewalk
  • Blocking the driveway
  • Parked on the street for over 48 hours
  • In any area prohibited by a traffic-control sign, “No Parking” or “No Parking Anytime – Tow Away Zone”
  • In any area prohibited by a sign indicating, “No Parking Any Time – Fire Lane – Tow Away Zone”