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You should budget for two upfront costs on your first bill: a non-refundable $47.00 activation fee and a refundable $160.00 security deposit.

• Money Saving Tip: You can often waive the $160 deposit by providing a Letter of Credit from your previous water, gas, or electric provider showing 12 months of on-time payments.

Do not call the company that sends you your bill (like TXU or Reliant). You must call Oncor at 888.313.4747. Oncor owns the power lines and meters in Arlington and is the only entity that can fix an outage. Your retail provider handles billing only.

Yes. The City of Arlington requires an annual Alarm Permit ($50/year) for any residential alarm system intended to summon police. Operating without a permit can result in fines, and police may refuse to respond to unpermitted alarms.

Not necessarily. Arlington city limits extend into Mansfield ISD, Kennedale ISD, HEB ISD, and Fort Worth ISD. Always use the School Districts Map to verify your specific district before signing a lease.

Yes to both, with conditions.

• Glass: Unlike many neighboring cities, Arlington accepts glass bottles and jars in your blue curbside cart.

• Pizza Boxes: You can recycle the clean top lid of the box. The greasy bottom half must be torn off and thrown in the trash.

Generally yes, unless you live in the “Entertainment District” (zip codes 76011/76013 near AT&T Stadium). During Cowboys games and major concerts, the city flips open “No Parking” signs. If you park on the street during these times, or if your moving truck blocks the street, you will be towed.

Arlington does not maintain a central “No Knock” registry for residents. However, city ordinance makes it a legal offense for a solicitor to ring your doorbell if you have a “No Solicitation” sign posted conspicuously near your entrance. Solicitors are also prohibited from knocking before 9:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m. (CST).