Tree Protection in Mississippi (2026)
4 rules on the books across Mississippi, 3 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Protected Tree Species
Specific native species (oak, sycamore, walnut, juniper) protected by city ordinance, diameter thresholds, removal permits, and replacement ratios.
Parkway Planting
Permits and rules for planting in the parkway strip between sidewalk and curb, including approved species lists and Bureau of Street Services standards.
Gulfport
Some RestrictionsPlanting, pruning or removing any tree on a Gulfport street or other public property requires written permission from…
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Some RestrictionsUnincorporated Harrison County requires street trees along the right-of-way frontage of any vehicular use area…
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Some RestrictionsIn the City of Southaven, Mississippi, Sec. 13-10(b) requires landscaped areas along all public road rights-of-way…
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