Tree Protection in Nebraska (2026)
5 rules on the books across Nebraska, 4 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Protected Tree Species
Specific native species (oak, sycamore, walnut, juniper) protected by city ordinance, diameter thresholds, removal permits, and replacement ratios.
Parkway Planting
Permits and rules for planting in the parkway strip between sidewalk and curb, including approved species lists and Bureau of Street Services standards.
Bellevue
Some RestrictionsIn the City of Bellevue, Nebraska, street and park trees must follow the City Tree Board's planting rules under…
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Some RestrictionsBlue Hill sets exact placement rules for street trees planted in the tree lawn between the sidewalk and curb: a minimum…
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Some RestrictionsLincoln limits the strip between curb and sidewalk to approved street trees, turf, and specific low plantings, with a…
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Some RestrictionsNew Omaha subdivisions must plant a 2.0-inch-caliper street tree per lot frontage in the parkway strip between curb and…
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