Resident
Paid in Full: Donor Tree (Standard Fee):  $70.00 + $0.00 Tax = $70.00Non-Resident
Paid in Full: Donor Tree (Standard Fee):  $70.00 + $0.00 Tax = $70.00

Comment(s): Planting a tree in honor or in memory of the people we love, or to recognize those who positively influence our lives, is a centuries old tradition. The Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is proud to offer our citizens the opportunity to create these living tributes.1. Our best effort will be made to plant the tree in your desired location; however, Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources reserves the right to determine the final location, the appropriateness of the species, and the costs associated with the planting.

2. Trees will be chosen based upon site conditions such as soil composition, soil moisture, light availability and distance to surrounding infrastructure. Trees proposed for an honor planting must be selected from the approved list of species.

3. The final location will be determined at the discretion of the Urban Forester. Trees must be planted on municipal land. For the purpose of this policy, municipal land means any city owned, maintained, and/or controlled property.

4. Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources cannot guarantee that a Donor Tree will not be removed in the event that a Park Master Plan or other construction dictates landscape changes.

5. Donor trees will become City of Raleigh property and therefore we will be responsible for all care and maintenance.

6. Following the submission of the request form, a City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Arborist will assess the proposed site and make a decision on the proper species, size, and site. The applicant will be contacted to finalize arrangements.

7. Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources will put forth its best effort to ensure that the donor tree is properly maintained during the period of establishment. We cannot, however, insure the tree against acts of vandalism or failure as a result of environmental conditions.

8. Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources will provide one replacement donor tree within 1 year of initial planting, at or near the original planting site, at no cost to the applicant. We will attempt to replace the tree with the same size and species; however, we reserve the right to plant an alternative species and/or size.

9. Donor trees will be planted by the Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources staff in the spring and fall seasons. To receive consideration for spring planting, a request form must be received no later than February 10th. To receive consideration for fall planting, a request form must be received no later than September 10th.

10. All donor trees will come with a Certificate of Authenticity containing the following information: tree species, general description of where the tree was planted, acknowledgement of the person being honored, date of the tree planting.

11. A copy of the tree planting certificate will be on file in the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department for future reference. In addition, a comprehensive list of all donor trees with the location and name of the honoree will be maintained.

Federal Tax ID #56-6000236

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