Tree Protection in Brownsville, TX (2026)
1 verified tree protection rules for Brownsville, Texas, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Heritage & Protected Trees
A tree of 24 caliper inches or greater is a Heritage Tree. UDC 5.1.2.A applies tree preservation to new development and redevelopment, not everyday yard work. Where it applies, removal needs City Commission approval and 3:1 caliper inch mitigation.
Trees 24 inches and up need Commission approval
Heavy RestrictionsBrownsville Unified Development Code § 5.1.3.B (Categories of Preserved Trees)
Heritage Tree. 1. Trees of twenty-four (24) caliper inches or greater not otherwise exempted are designated as "Heritage Trees". 2. A Heritage Tree may only be removed upon approval of a Tree Removal Permit by the City Commission.
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