Curb Appeal at a Discount
Part of curb appeal includes having landscaping that includes beautiful trees. The Denver Digs Trees Program allows residents of Denver to receive trees for $20.00 each to add to the section of their yard that is in the public right of way. If you are unable to afford 
the $20.00 fee, you may be eligible to receive a free tree through the “Treeship” program.
The Park People sponsor the program. The organization is a private non-profit group who works to preserve, enhance and advocate for Denver’s parks, recreation resources, open space and urban forest.
There are three steps to get a “street tree”.
1. Measure Your Property
To be eligible for a new tree, the location where you will be planting must meet these space requirements:
There must be at least 30 feet between trees (except for existing dead, failing or over-mature trees that will be removed within three years
The tree must be planted more than 10 feet away from driveways, alleys and fire hydrants
At an intersection, trees must be planted more than 30 feet away from the corner
Trees must be planted at least 20 feet away from street lights and stop signs
A distance of 5 feet must be maintained from buried utility lines
2. Complete and Submit a Street Tree Request Form
Applications must be turned in by March 9th, 2007. In early April, you’ll receive a confirmation letter to let you know if you’ve been approved and where to pick up your tree.
3. Pick up Your Tree(s) on Saturday, April 21st between 8:00am-10:30am.
The tree(s) must be planted right away.
This is an annual program. If you miss your opportunity this year, plan to participate in 2008. For further information, you can contact The Park People at 303-722-6262, or visit their web site: www.theparkpeople.org.
