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Arvada Street Tree Planting Requirement

The Arvada street tree planting requirement mandates that street trees much be installed between the curb and sidewalk in approved locations with at least one tree per 40 feet of street frontage. Tress should be planted in areas that allow for controlled growth and avoid interference with utilities and public improvements. Adjacent property owners are responsible for maintenance.

Link:

  • Arvada Code of Ordinances Section 4-6-6-1

Policy Details:

Locale: Arvada, Colorado [West]
Climate zone: Zone 5B: Cool Dry
Jurisdiction: Municipality [50-150K]
Smart Surface(s): Pavement, Trees
Policy Type(s): City Code

Citation:

Arvada Code of Ordinances Section 4-6-6-1

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