Knowledge Base

Tree Planting in City Right-of-Way

Property owners may not plant trees between the curb and sidewalk on public right-of-way. Any trees planted there must be chosen / planted by the City of Dubuque, Leisure Services Department.

1. If you wish to request a tree be planted in front of your home, in the city right-of-way, you must have at least 4 feet of grass area between curb and sidewalk. Location of utilities, stop signs, stop lights, etc. will also determine whether a tree may be planted in front of your property.  
   • Tree Planting Request Form
2. Some funds are available each year for tree planting, with first priority given to replace trees that were removed because of the Street Tree Policy. Remaining funds are used to plant trees requested by citizens, on a first-come, first-served basis, as funds are available.
   
   
3. 50 / 50 TREE SHARE PROGRAM: If funds are not available to cover the entire cost of the tree purchase, citizens may participate in the 50/50 program where citizen pays half the cost and the City pays half the cost of purchasing the tree.

The Forestry Division is unable to assist with trees on private property. Citizens that observe trees close to power lines should contact Alliant Energy for trimming, including city trees.

View approved street trees or City of Dubuque Planting Lawns.