Tree Protection in Ames, IA (2026)
1 verified tree protection rules for Ames, Iowa, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Parkway Planting
In the City of Ames, Iowa, planting a street tree in the parking strip or public right-of-way requires following the City's planting plan on file with the Department of Public Works, whether the City or an abutting property owner does the planting. Permits under Ames Municipal Code Sec. 27.2 are free, but any violation of Chapter 27 carries a municipal infraction penalty.
Street Tree Planting Permits in Ames
Some RestrictionsAmes Municipal Code Sec. 27.2; Sec. 27.7
Sec. 27.2. STREET TREES, PLANTING PERMITS. Trees and shrubs planted within the street limit, and trees having a trunk more than 50% within the public street as defined above, are referred to as 'street trees'. The planting of street trees shall be done by the City or owner of abutting private property only in accordance with the planting plan approved by the City Manager and on file in the City...
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