8 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma.
Verified from official government sources
Oklahoma County enforces a 12-inch maximum grass height via Oklahoma City §27-61 and county nuisance code. 10-day notice then city abatement. Growing season runs April to October.
Oklahoma City designates public street trees under §38-15. Residents may trim overhanging branches to property line. Ice storms (2007, 2020) create massive recurring trimming needs.
No countywide tree permit or protection ordinance in Oklahoma County. Property owners in unincorporated areas may remove trees on private property without a county permit. Utility line proximity requires utility company coordination.
Oklahoma County enforces noxious weed laws in unincorporated areas through the County Weed Board. State noxious weed list applies. Property owners must control listed species.
Oklahoma City Utilities runs a 4-stage drought plan. Even/odd address watering and time-of-day limits activate in Stage 2+. Drought common in central Oklahoma summers.
Oklahoma allows residential rainwater harvesting freely. No state restrictions; OWRB encourages conservation. OKC offers rain-barrel rebate program ($50 up to 2 barrels).
Oklahoma County permits native and xeriscape landscaping; Oklahoma Solar/Water Rights-style HOA preemption does not specifically protect xeriscaping, though OKC Water Utilities offers rebates for turf conversion up to $2/sq ft. Native plants recommended: buffalograss, bluestem, Indian grass, purple coneflower. Drought preparedness encouraged.
Oklahoma County permits artificial turf with minimal regulation. Oklahoma City §59-9180 treats turf as landscaping, no permit required for residential installation. HOAs may restrict front yard turf. Proper drainage base required. Summer heat can exceed 150F on synthetic surfaces.
3 cities in Oklahoma County have their own landscaping rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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