Harris County maintains a voluntary Tree Registry through the Houston Area Urban Forestry Council recognizing exceptional native trees. The registry provides no legal protection — it is purely honorary. No county heritage tree ordinance restricts removal on private property.
The Harris County Tree Registry, managed by the Houston Area Urban Forestry Council, documents the largest trees in the county by native or naturalized species. Heritage trees are generally defined as trees over 24 inches in diameter that have exceptional age, rarity, size, botanical, or historical value. However, the registry is purely voluntary and honorary with no legal protections. Unlike some Texas cities, Harris County has no heritage tree ordinance that would require permits or mitigation for removing significant trees. Property owners in unincorporated areas may remove any tree on their land without county approval.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Harris County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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