Urban Forestry

Trees are an integral part of Southlake's identity and infrastructure. Being positioned in the middle of the Eastern Cross Timbers Region of North Texas creates a unique situation where the soils and local climate support a niche of trees and associated plant material that make up the identity of the Eastern Cross Timbers and the City of Southlake.

One goal of the Department of Planning and Development Services is to protect this identity through education, tree preservation, development and design quality, enforcement, teamwork, and the application of conscientious regulations. By working with developers, builders, engineers, landscape architects and homeowners we can preserve the integrity of the Eastern Cross Timbers and create a sustainable environment for the trees and the community alike. Please explore the links below for more information. If you have questions, please contact Keith Martin, Landscape Administrator, at (817) 748-8229.

Tree Diseases and Problems

Dutch Elm Disease

Mistletoe(link to Texas Forest Service Pest Management Page)

Emerald Ash Borer

Tree RelatedLinks

Street Tree Planting Program

Leaf Recycling Program

Tree Preservation Ordinance and Tree Technical Manual

Off-Site Links

Bob Jones Nature Center

Texas Forest Service

Texas Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture

 

Cross Timbers Urban Forestry Council