Before developing property in San Antonio, submit a tree application; development that removes trees or disturbs vegetation also needs a Tree Preservation Plan unless the city approves a permit or affidavit path instead. San Antonio Development Services requires tree review before property development and provides Tree Affidavit and Tree Permit applications for qualifying situations. The Unified Development Code controls the project-specific preservation standard.

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Trees

San Antonio, TX · City rule · Reviewed 2026-09-26

Before developing property in San Antonio, submit a tree application; development that removes trees or disturbs vegetation also needs a Tree Preservation Plan unless the city approves a permit or affidavit path instead.

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San Antonio Development Services requires tree review before property development and provides Tree Affidavit and Tree Permit applications for qualifying situations. The Unified Development Code controls the project-specific preservation standard.

What to keep in mind

This source addresses removal connected to development; it does not say every ordinary private-tree removal needs a permit. Check the tree's status and the project's scope with Development Services before clearing or construction begins.

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Tree Preservation

City rule: City of San Antonio · retrieved-2026-09-25 · Source checked 2026-09-26 · Reviewed 2026-09-26

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