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