Plant a Street Tree

Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation wants to help you plant a tree. If you have room in the public right-of-way adjacent to your property, apply for a planting permit and receive a $50 voucher for each approved tree. Spring and Fall are ideal times to plant a new tree in Sioux Falls.

Care for trees in the public right-of-way are the responsibility of the abutting property owner. Get tips for taking care of a new tree.

Apply to Plant a Street Tree

How it Works

The Forestry Team will review applications and inspect the planting site to issue a permit. The site is approved if it meets all street tree planting regulations.

If approved...

• SFPR will send a signed planting permit and $50 voucher to the resident.
• The site(s) will be marked with white paint and white flags by the City of Sioux Falls.
• Residents must call One Call 811 to locate underground utilities.

If denied...

• A letter explaining why will be sent to the resident.

Current nurseries participating in the Street Tree Voucher Program:

• Country Acres Tree Farm
• Landscape Garden Centers
• Nursery Wholesalers, Inc. of SD
• Oak Ridge Nursery & Landscaping Inc.
• Weller Brothers