Collin County, TX Landscaping Rules: Native Plants (2026)
Key Facts
- HOA Preempt
- Prop Code 202.007
- Resource
- Texas SmartScape
- Rebates
- NTMWD + cities
- Best Natives
- Salvia, sage, daisies
- Tool
- WaterMyYard.org
Summary
Texas strongly encourages native/drought-tolerant landscaping. TX Property Code 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning drought-resistant landscaping or water-conserving turf. Collin County has no mandates but NTMWD and member cities offer rebates for native plant conversions and smart irrigation.
Sec. 202.007. CERTAIN RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS PROHIBITED. (a) A property owners' association may not include or enforce a provision in a dedicatory instrument that prohibits or restricts a property owner from:(1) implementing measures promoting solid-waste composting of vegetation, including grass clippings, leaves, or brush, or leaving grass clippings uncollected on grass;(2) installing rain barrels or a rainwater harvesting system;(3) implementing efficient irrigation systems, including underground drip or other drip systems; or(4) using drought-resistant landscaping or water-conserving natural turf.(b) A provision that violates Subsection (a) is void.(c) A property owners' association may restrict the type of turf used by a proper
Full Breakdown
Property Code 202.007 requires HOAs to allow drought-resistant landscaping including xeriscape, as long as it conforms to reasonable design standards. Texas SmartScape program (NCTCOG) provides native plant lists for North Texas. NTMWD and cities like Plano, Frisco, McKinney offer Water My Yard recommendations and some rebates up to 1500 for landscape conversions. Popular natives: Texas sage, black-eyed Susan, Gregg salvia, blackfoot daisy, Mexican feathergrass.
Sources & Official References
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