Child Safety Zones Ordinance

During its Tuesday, May 4, 2021 meeting, the Kyle City Council passed on second reading the Child Safety Zones Ordinance that would regulate sex offender residency within the City of Kyle.  

The Child Safety Zones Ordinance effectively amends Chapter 23 of the City of Kyle Code of Ordinances by making it unlawful for certain sex offenders to establish a permanent residence, establish a temporary residence or to be a recurring visitor at a residence within 1,000 feet of premises where children commonly gather — schools, daycares, parks, etc. The ordinance also makes it unlawful for certain sex offenders to leave decorations or exterior porch lights on or otherwise invite trick-or-treaters to their home on Halloween. Individuals found to be in violation of the Child Safety Zones Ordinance will be charged with a class C misdemeanor.

A map depicting the prohibited areas will be maintained by the City and will be reviewed and updated on an annual basis.