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Montgomery County, TX Tree Protection: Tree Replacement Requirements (2026)

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Key Facts

County Requirement: None
Conroe: Subdivisions 1:1, 3-in caliper
Woodlands: RDRC conditions approvals
State Credits: HB 1572 mitigation offset
Fee-in-Lieu: Conroe subdivision option

City-specific rules exist: Conroe has its own tree replacement requirements rules that differ from Montgomery County's county-level regulations. If you live in Conroe, check the city-specific page instead.

Summary

Montgomery County does not require tree replacement. Conroe requires replacement planting for subdivision and commercial development. The Woodlands RDRC typically requires 1:1 replacement for approved removals.

Full Breakdown

Unincorporated Montgomery County imposes no tree replacement requirement under Texas Local Government Code Ch. 232. Conroe Code Ch. 98 subdivision regulations require preservation or replacement of trees in common areas and street frontages during platting; replacement ratios generally 1:1 with 3-inch caliper minimum. The Woodlands Residential Design Guidelines allow the RDRC to condition tree removal approvals on replanting — typical standard is one 3-inch caliper tree for each removed specimen. TX HB 1572 requires cities to offer mitigation credits if replacement trees are planted: 50% credit for any planting, 100% for large native species. Fee-in-lieu programs exist in Conroe subdivision ordinance for non-feasible on-site replacement.

Violations & Fines

Conroe subdivision non-compliance: $200 to $2,000 per day, development permits withheld. Woodlands RDRC violations: covenant fines, liens, court action. Unincorporated: no penalties.

Frequently Asked Questions

If I remove a tree in The Woodlands, do I have to replace it?

Usually yes. The RDRC typically conditions approval on planting a replacement tree of 3-inch caliper or larger in an approved location.

Who enforces tree replacement rules in Montgomery County?

Montgomery County's code enforcement division is responsible for tree protection ordinances. You can report violations or request information through the Montgomery County government website or by calling the main municipal line.

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Montgomery County, TX Tree Protection: Tree Replacement Requirements (2026)

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