New Braunfels, TX Invasive Plant Rules: Prohibited Species (2026)

3-1 governs landscaping and tree preservation citywide, administered by the planning and development services department. Two operative rules turn on Appendix B's list of 19 undesirable species, among them Ailanthus altissima (tree of heaven), Acacia farnesiana (huisache), Ligustrum japonicum (privet), Sapium sebiferum (Chinese tallow), Tamarix ramosissima (saltcedar), Melia azedarach (chinaberry) and Pyrus calleryana (Bradford pear). ' A developer who leaves a stand of chinaberry or Bradford pear standing gets zero credit toward the landscape plan's tree count, creating a direct incentive to clear those species and plant from the Appendix A approved list instead.

Second, under subsection (c)(2), a tree removal permit is otherwise required before removing a protected or heritage tree, but permit item 3 exempts any tree 'listed in Appendix B' from that requirement entirely, meaning an Appendix B species can be cut down without the planning director's review, inspection and 30-day approval process that protected trees require. 3-1(b)(3) and (4), and a denial or dispute over whether a tree qualifies for Appendix B treatment can be appealed to the zoning board of adjustment within 90 days.