Irving, TX Invasive Plant Rules: Prohibited Species (2026)
Key Facts
- City Prohibited List
- None
- State Authority
- TX Dept. of Agriculture Noxious Weed List
- Federal Authority
- USDA invasive species regulation
- DFW Invasives
- Chinese tallow, giant reed, ligustrum
- Weed Limit
- 10 inches max height
Summary
Irving does not maintain a city-level prohibited plant species list. Texas Department of Agriculture and USDA regulate noxious weeds and invasive species at the state and federal level.
Sec. 71.151. LIST REQUIRED. (a) The department by rule shall publish a list of noxious and invasive plant species that have serious potential to cause economic or ecological harm to the state. The department may publish lists of noxious and invasive plant species organized by region.(b) In preparing or amending a list under this section, the department shall:(1) consult with representatives from the agriculture industry, the horticulture industry, the Texas Cooperative Extension, the Texas Department of Transportation, the State Soil and Water Conservation Board, and the Parks and Wildlife Department;(2) consider any available scientific data and economic impact information for each plant species; and(3) use any standard criteria e
Full Breakdown
Irving does not have a local prohibited plant species ordinance. Invasive and noxious plant species are regulated at the state level by the Texas Department of Agriculture under the Texas Noxious Weed List. The USDA regulates invasive species at the federal level. Common invasive species in the DFW area include Chinese tallow, giant reed, ligustrum, and Johnson grass. Property owners are responsible for maintaining their lots free of dangerous weeds that pose health hazards under Irving's property maintenance codes. The city's weed ordinance (grass/weeds over 10 inches) addresses general vegetation maintenance. The North Central Texas Council of Governments provides regional guidance on invasive species management.
Violations & Fines
Property maintenance violations for dangerous weeds. State-level enforcement for noxious weeds.
Frequently Asked Questions
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