Under Sioux Falls Tree Code Ch. 39, the parkway strip between sidewalk and curb is city right-of-way; residents must obtain a free Forestry permit and choose from approved species before planting boulevard trees.
Parkways across Sioux Falls are city right-of-way managed by the Forestry Division. Residents are encouraged to plant approved trees but must apply for a no-fee permit through Parks Forestry. The city maintains an approved species list emphasizing diversity beyond ash given Emerald Ash Borer pressure: bur oak, swamp white oak, hackberry, Kentucky coffeetree, and ginkgo. Trees must be planted at least 30 feet from intersections and 10 feet from utility poles. Once planted, the city assumes maintenance responsibility for hazardous limbs above streets. Homeowners water during establishment.
Unpermitted plantings of unapproved species may be removed at owner expense; obstruction violations carry administrative fees of about 100 dollars.
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