Dearborn, MI Tree Protection: Parkway Planting (2026)

All trees planted along streets and/or public places must be selected from a list of species recommended by the city forester or the director of public works and shall be planted not less than 35 feet apart and three feet from the general sidewalk line, except where the lawn space between the sidewalk line and the curb is less than six feet wide, in which case the trees shall be planted in the middle of the lawn space. All trees so planted shall be of healthy stock, not less than 1½-inch caliper and tall enough so that the first limb shall be not less than seven feet above the curb level. No hedges, plants or shrubbery planted between the sidewalks and curbs of streets in the city shall be permitted to grow more than four feet in height.

(b)   In the case of original plantings or replacement, in accord with the requirements of this article, the species selection shall be based upon limitations of space, proximity of utilities, size and shape of mature trees, avoidance of monoculture and commercial availability. Where possible and practical, in the opinion of the director of public works, a choice of species to a homeowner will be permitted based upon a list prepared by the director of public works. (Ord. No. 81-140, § 4, 11-4-81)