Pearland identifies large and historically significant trees as protected under Chapter 29, with stronger preservation requirements and replacement obligations on development sites.
Pearland's tree ordinance, originally adopted to prevent wholesale clearing during development, designates qualifying mature trees for special protection. Trees measuring 12 inches in diameter or greater are generally treated as protected and trigger preservation, mitigation, or replacement requirements when development is proposed. Larger specimen and historically significant trees identified by the Urban Forester receive additional review. Removal of protected trees without proper review can lead to penalties and required restoration plantings under the city's tree replacement standards.
Citations and fines up to $500 per tree; mandatory replacement at higher ratios; permit holds on development.
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