Trees · North Dakota
City of Bismarck Partners in Planting Street Tree Program
Run by City of Bismarck Public Works - Forestry Division
OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
- What you get
- 50% of street tree cost, up to $100 per tree; $700 annual maximum per property
- Maximum
- $700 per household
- Who qualifies
- Homeowners and businesses planting trees in the City boulevard area adjacent to their property in Bismarck.
- Where
- Homeowners and businesses planting boulevard trees next to their property in Bismarck.
- Status
- Open. Page lists 2026 sponsors; first-come, first-serve so funds may run out before year-end; 2026 funding amount not published.
- Type of payment
- Rebate
What you do
Plant approved street trees in the city boulevard next to your property under a city permit, then submit receipts for reimbursement.
Requirements
- Obtain a Permit to Plant Trees on Public Street Right-of-Way before planting
- Forester inspects site and recommends suitable species
- Plant trees as the permit specifies
- Receipt showing tree types, cost of each and seller name
- Copy of the permit
- Forester inspects planting for compliance
How to apply
- 1Contact the Bismarck Forestry Division to request a planting permit; a forester inspects the site and issues the permit
- 2Buy and plant the trees as permitted
- 3Submit receipt and permit copy to the Forestry Division by December 15 of the planting year
- 4Forester inspects the planting
- 5Receive a check by mail
Timing and deadlines
Check by mail about 4 to 6 weeks after paperwork is processed
Reimbursement paperwork due December 15 of the planting year
Sources
- https://www.bismarcknd.gov/942/Partners-in-Planting-Program (official page)
Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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