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How can I request a new street tree be planted?
Public Works | FAQTree planting requests may be directed to the Department of Public Works at 269-983-6341, or by submitting the online request form found here. Public Works Tree FAQ 2.00 ...
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A street tree damaged my house or personal property. What should I do?
Public Works | FAQAs in the case of all property damage, it is always best to notify your insurance provider first to begin a claim. Your provider will direct you to contact a local tree service for the clean up of the tree, as the City of St. Joseph cannot perform any wo ...
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How can I notify the City of a street tree concern?
Public Works | FAQNo unauthorized treatment, trimming or removal of a City right-of-way tree by residents or contractors is permitted without written approval by the City of St. Joseph. Tree trimming and removal requests may be directed to the Department of Public Works a ...
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Can the City trim street tree limbs away from my overhead power lines?
Public Works | FAQThe City cannot lawfully perform any tree work within 10 feet of overhead power lines. Requests regarding power line trimming may be direct to American Electric Power (AEP) at (800) 311-4634. Public Works Tree FAQ 5.00 ...
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Will the City remove a street tree whose roots are buckling my sidewalk?
Public Works | FAQThe City does not remove healthy trees due to conflict with the sidewalk. We realize this is a common problem, however, removing the tree will not fix the issue. Per city ordinances, it is the duty of the adjoining property owner to keep the sidewalk in ...
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Will the City remove a street tree whose roots are impeding my sewer/water lines?
Public Works | FAQThe City does not remove healthy trees due to conflict with underground service lines. It is a common misconception that tree roots break sewer/water lines when in fact the line is already damaged. Tree roots will only invade lines that have already cra ...
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Will the City remove a street tree because of fruit/seed droppings?
Public Works | FAQThe City does not remove healthy trees due to its dropping of natural debris (leaves, fruit, nuts, cones, needles, sap, pollen, etc.). Though at times it can be inconvenient, like leaves in the Fall it is the nature of trees to drop fruit, seed pods and ...