DeSoto requires property owners to trim trees that overhang public streets, sidewalks, or alleys to maintain minimum clearance — typically 14 feet over streets and 8 feet over sidewalks. Trees obstruc
DeSoto requires property owners to trim trees that overhang public streets, sidewalks, or alleys to maintain minimum clearance — typically 14 feet over streets and 8 feet over sidewalks. Trees obstructing traffic signs, street lights, or sight visibility triangles at intersections must be pruned. Dead or diseased branches that pose falling hazards are the owner's responsibility. The city may trim or remove obstructing limbs in the public right-of-way and bill the owner if notice is ignored. Oncor manages utility-line clearance separately.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Desoto code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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