Trees · Montana

City of Bozeman Boulevard Tree Cost Share Program

Run by City of Bozeman Forestry Division

EndedLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Shared-cost tree (1.5 inch caliper or larger) planted by city staff; exact resident price not stated on the program page
Who qualifies
Bozeman residents with a planting site in the public boulevard.
Where
Bozeman residents with a planting site in the public boulevard.
Status
Ended. 2026 Cost Share Program closed (as of 2026-10-17); expect a new round next year.
Type of payment
Discount
Official program page

What you do

Buy a discounted boulevard tree from the city's annual species list; Forestry staff choose placement and plant it (with staking, mulch, water bags where appropriate). You water it.

Requirements

  • Tree must be planted in the public boulevard (between sidewalk and curb)
  • Resident is responsible for watering the new tree
  • Application approved after site inspection by Forestry
  • Trees are not guaranteed; replacement after neglect is not covered
  • Call Montana811 (1-800-424-5555) before digging if planting yourself under the free permit alternative

How to apply

  1. 1Wait for the annual program to open (2026 round is closed)
  2. 2Submit the cost share application/planting permit to the Forestry Division
  3. 3Forestry does a site inspection and approves species/placement
  4. 4City staff plant the tree

Timing and deadlines

Annual round; planting by Forestry staff after approval.

2026 round closed

Combining it with other programs

Residents can alternatively plant their own boulevard tree with a free permit from Forestry (406-582-3225).

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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