Grand Prairie, TX Landscaping Rules: Native Plants (2026)
Key Facts
- Native Plants
- Allowed, encouraged
- HOA
- Cannot ban xeriscape (TX §202.007)
- Maintenance
- Must meet code standards
- Grass Limit
- 10 inches still applies
Summary
Grand Prairie does not prohibit native plant landscaping. Texas Property Code §202.007 prevents HOAs from restricting water-conserving natural landscaping. The city encourages xeriscaping and drought-tolerant plants consistent with North Texas water conservation.
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 property owner in the planting of new turf to encourage
Full Breakdown
Grand Prairie does not have an ordinance prohibiting native plant or xeriscape landscaping. Texas Property Code Section 202.007 prevents homeowner associations from prohibiting xeriscaping or water-conserving natural landscaping. The city's water conservation programs, aligned with regional North Texas Municipal Water District efforts, encourage the use of drought-tolerant and native plants. However, all landscaping must be maintained to meet the city's code compliance standards: vegetation must not exceed the 10-inch grass height limit, and properties must not create nuisance conditions. Dead or severely damaged vegetation may trigger code compliance action under Chapter 29.
Violations & Fines
No violations for native plants or xeriscaping. Unmaintained vegetation exceeding 10 inches: code compliance citation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use native plants instead of grass in Grand Prairie?
Do I still need to maintain native plant gardens?
Sources & Official References
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