DeKalb County encourages native plant landscaping and tree preservation. Tree Protection Ordinance (Chapter 14) favors native canopy species. No Georgia law preempts HOA lawn/plant restrictions.
DeKalb County has a strong tree preservation culture reflected in its Tree Protection Ordinance (Code Chapter 14) which emphasizes native canopy tree replacement. Native plant landscaping is encouraged through DeKalb Extension Service programs and aligns with county sustainability goals. The county does not mandate native plants on private residential property but supports them through rebate programs and educational outreach (UGA Extension DeKalb office). Unlike states with HOA preemption laws protecting native/drought-tolerant landscaping, Georgia has no such statute — DeKalb HOAs retain full authority to mandate turf lawns or restrict native plantings. The state does have the Water Stewardship Act of 2010 encouraging water-efficient landscaping, and the Chattahoochee River corridor has environmental protections supporting native riparian buffers.
No county penalties for native plant installation on private residential lots (subject to grass height rules). HOA fines for non-compliance per CC&Rs — no state preemption defense available.
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