Native and drought-tolerant landscaping is encouraged in Live Oak and protected against HOA prohibition under Texas Property Code 202.007. Naturalized yards must still meet the 12-inch vegetation nuisance cap.
Native plant landscaping is well-suited to the South Texas climate, the Edwards Aquifer watershed, and SAWS conservation rules. Live Oak has no ordinance restricting the species a homeowner may plant, and the city encourages use of Texas-native and adapted drought-tolerant species through public education. Texas Property Code Section 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning drought-resistant landscaping or water-conserving turf, provided the homeowner submits a plan for aesthetic review where the HOA has pre-adopted standards. Common South Texas natives include Texas sage (Leucophyllum), Esperanza, lantana, Gulf muhly grass, bluebonnet, black-eyed Susan, mountain laurel, and cedar elm. Owners should remain mindful of the 12-inch grass and weed cap in Chapter 7 (meadow plantings over 12 inches may require a formal naturalized landscape registration to avoid citation) and of oak wilt sensitivity when planting live oaks or red oaks. SAWS WaterSaver Landscape Coupon offers rebates for converting turf to native beds.
Native plant gardens are not violations by themselves. Poorly maintained plantings that exceed 12 inches without registration may be cited as weed nuisance with fines up to 500 dollars per day. HOA disputes are civil under TX Property Code.
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