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1. Who Takes Care Of Trees Within The Boulevard?

These trees belong to the property owner and property owners are responsible for the care of the trees.  The City will send out notices to residents if trimming of the trees poses hazardous conditions for pedestrians and vehicles, or if they interfere with utilities.  If you are unable to take care of trimming, the City will trim the trees and may charge for that service.  Please call Public Works at 952.873.6742 if you are not sure if the tree is within the right-of-way.

A Tree Manual (PDF) has been developed to help residents.   The Manual includes ordinance standards, tree planting  & care guidance, a list of acceptable species and more. Residents are encouraged to use the manual to help improve the health of trees as Ash trees succumb to Emerald Ash Borer.  To avoid future significant tree loss, residents are encouraged to choose a wide variety of trees and be aware Maple species are becoming perhaps too prevalent at this time. 

New rules provide for reforestation of street rights of way (boulevards).  A permit is required for planting of trees in boulevard tree permit zones.  Property owners seeking boulevard tree permits are encouraged to review planting location guidelines.  

2. What Should I Know About Emerald Ash Borer?

Emerald Ash Borer has been documented within the City. The City doesn't remove ash trees but we are an information resource. 

3. Where Can I Plant A Tree?

City regulations require any tree planted is at least five (5) feet from a property line.  The City has no authority to regulate disputes between property owners. We encourage property owners to consider how large a tree may grow in relation to property lines and structures. 

A Tree Manual (PDF) has been developed to help residents.  The Manual includes ordinance standards, tree planting  & care guidance, a list of acceptable species and more. Residents are encouraged to use the manual to help improve the health of trees as Ash trees succumb to Emerald Ash Borer.  To avoid future significant tree loss, residents are encouraged to choose a wide variety of trees and be aware Maple species are becoming perhaps too prevalent at this time. 

New rules provide for reforestation of street rights of way (boulevards).  A permit is required for planting of trees in boulevard tree permit zones.  Property owners seeking boulevard tree permits are encouraged to review planting location guidelines.  

 

4. What Types Of Tree Species Are Acceptable?

We recommend you consider planting a variety of tree species that are appropriate for Minnesota climate and disease resistant. Our current list of tree species recommended includes a large selection of species.  A Tree Manual (PDF) has been developed to help residents.  

5. What Can I Do About My Neighbors Tree That Crosses My Property Line?

We encourage neighbors to research tree/property line issues and work together to resolve. The city has no authority to resolve tree issues are between property owners.