Street Trees

Street trees are an important part of our environment. They are aesthetically pleasing and add to the value of the property.

Every time a new home is built in Stow on a public street that has sidewalks and/or curbs, the builder is required to pay a street tree fee. This fee allows the City to plant trees on the tree lawn.

Each street is assigned a specific variety of trees. Consideration is given to growth habits, insect and disease resistance, the location of utility wires, and the general character of the neighborhood. Trees are generally spaced 50 feet apart; however, special consideration must be given to corner lots, fire hydrant locations, mailboxes, drive approaches, and traffic regulatory signs.

Once the new home is completed, the lawn is graded and the adjacent lots have homes built on them, the City hires a contractor to plant the appropriate tree(s), which are guaranteed for one year from the original planting date against death or decline due to insects or disease. The guarantee does not cover mechanical injury (lawn mowers, weed eaters) or damage due to other causes.

Each street tree signifies the Mayor's commitment to a greener Stow. The Urban Forestry Department plants in the fall and in the spring. All trees are maintained by the urban foresters. Our maintenance program includes pruning, disease control, removals, and storm damage repairs.

View the City of Stow Receives $25,000 Grant from the U.S. Forest Service page.