DeSoto, TX Landscaping Rules: Native Plants (2026)
Key Facts
- Requirement
- HOAs cannot ban xeriscape (Tex. Prop. Code 202.007)
- Requirement
- DeSoto supports water-wise landscaping
- Requirement
- Texas Smartscape resources for DFW
- Requirement
- HOAs may impose design standards
- Requirement
- Avoid invasive species
Summary
Texas Property Code Section 202.007 protects homeowner rights to install drought-resistant landscaping and xeriscape, limiting HOA restrictions. DeSoto encourages Texas-native and drought-tolerant pla
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
Texas Property Code Section 202.007 protects homeowner rights to install drought-resistant landscaping and xeriscape, limiting HOA restrictions. DeSoto encourages Texas-native and drought-tolerant plants to reduce water use, supporting North Texas water conservation goals. Native species like Texas sage, lantana, salvia, buffalo grass, and Texas red oak are well-suited to the region. HOAs may impose reasonable design standards (planting plans, percentage of turf) but cannot ban xeriscape outright. The Texas Smartscape program provides DFW-specific plant lists. Invasive species should be avoided.
Frequently Asked Questions
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