Texas HB3514 allows property owners to plant or replace vegetation in state highway right-of-way.

Texas HB3514 amends the Transportation Code to establish a program by the Texas Department of Transportation. The program allows owners of real property abutting or adjoining state highway right-of-way to plant or replace vegetation if it enhances property appeal or visibility. Owners must bear all costs, use locally adapted vegetation, and avoid interfering with utility infrastructure. The program is limited to the right-of-way within 500 feet of the property. The department's rules must not impair the state's right to use the right-of-way for road construction or reconstruction.

Texas HB3514 allows property owners to plant or replace vegetation in state highway right-of-way.

Texas HB3514 amends the Transportation Code to establish a program by the Texas Department of Transportation. The program allows owners of real property abutting or adjoining state highway right-of-way to plant or replace vegetation if it enhances property appeal or visibility. Owners must bear all costs, use locally adapted vegetation, and avoid interfering with utility infrastructure. The program is limited to the right-of-way within 500 feet of the property. The department's rules must not impair the state's right to use the right-of-way for road construction or reconstruction.