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2. Tree Planting Permit Process

   1. Complete information below
   2. Complete a planting site drawing or map (as detailed below)
   3. Submit complete information
   4. Contact Iowa One Call - 811
   5. When Iowa One Call markings are completed notify Kristin at ktitus@marshalltown-ia.gov
   6. A parks staff person will review the permit and planting site.
   7. Notification will be sent to the provided email address of approval, required modifications or denial.

4. Property Owner First Name*
5. Property Owner Last Name*
6. Email Address*
8. Planting Site Address*
9. Mailing Address
10. Primary Phone*
12. City*
13. State*
14. Zip Code*
15. Number of trees to be planted:*
    -- Select One --12345
17. Is a curb or sidewalk within 4 feet of this site?*
    -- Select One --NoYes
18. Are traffic signs or signals near this site?*
    -- Select One --NoYes
19. Are any overhead power lines near this site?*
    -- Select One --NoYes
20. Is a fire hydrant within 10 feet of this site?*
    -- Select One --NoYes
22. Species of tree(s) to be planted.*
23. Latin tree name, if known.
24. Desired planting date?*
    Desired planting date?
25. Alternate Phone Number
27. Site drawing or map

    Map must include, within 30 feet of proposed planting, measurements of terrace (width and distance), all existing trees, shrubs, streets, alleys, driveways, sidewalks, intersections and a North arrow.

28. Conditions of Permit

    Once planted, the tree becomes property of the city, but all costs and maintenance for the life-time of the tree remain with the property owner. The property owner must keep the tree trimmed to 8' above the sidewalk and 15' above the street. The tree cannot be removed without advanced permission from the city.

30. Utilities must be located
    Iowa One Call

    This free service is the law. Utilize the link for Iowa One Call to locate utilities.

31. Notify Park & Rec when all markings are in place

    Email ktitus@marshalltown-ia.gov. Leave markings until approval or denial is received.

32. Terrace Tree & Right-of-Way Area Information
    Guide for Management & Preservation of Terrace Trees and Right-of-Way Areas
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33. 1. Receive an email copy of this form.
34. Email address

    This field is not part of the form submission.

35. Submit Submit and Print

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