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
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.
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DeSoto restricts parking of commercial vehicles in residential zoning districts. Commercial vehicles over one ton rated capacity, semi-tractors, trailers ove...
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DeSoto requires all residential swimming pools with water depths over 24 inches to be fully enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches (4 feet) tall, per Texas...
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DeSoto generally permits wood, vinyl, wrought iron, chain link, masonry, and composite fences in residential zones, but each district has specific rules. Fro...
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DeSoto limits residential fence heights based on yard location. Fences in front yards are typically limited to 4 feet tall, while side and rear yard fences m...
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DeSoto requires fences to be structurally sound, properly installed, and maintained in good repair. Posts must be set in concrete footings of adequate depth ...
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DeSoto discourages feeding of wildlife that creates nuisance or public health concerns. Intentional feeding of feral hogs, coyotes, raccoons, and similar wil...
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