Tree Protection in Bexar County, TX (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Bexar County, Texas.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Bexar County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Tree Removal Permits

Bexar County does not require tree removal permits on most private property in unincorporated areas. Subdivision platting may trigger tree preservation review, and Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone projects face TCEQ-related canopy considerations.

Limited County Tree Removal Authority

Few Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Heritage & Protected Trees

Bexar County has no countywide heritage tree ordinance for private land. Heritage live oaks may be protected by subdivision plat notes, conservation easements with the Hill Country Conservancy, or HOA covenants rather than direct county regulation.

Heritage Live Oaks Protected by Plat

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Tree Protection by City in Bexar County

1 cities in Bexar County have their own tree protection rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

San AntonioPop. 1,434,625

5 verified rules • Heritage & Protected Trees, Protected Tree Species

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