HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-29-25 Public Comment - K. Kramer - Trees within 10' of utilitiesFrom:City of Bozeman, MT
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Date:Wednesday, April 23, 2025 9:30:17 PM
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Full Name
Kyle Kramer
Email
kylekramerj@gmail.com
Phone
(406) 581-0800
Comments
I’m writing to ask the city to reconsider the current rule that prevents trees from being planted within 10’ of
utilities. On my street, a few boulevard trees have died and been removed, and we haven’t been able to replace
them because a fiber optic line now runs along the entire boulevard. I submitted an application to the Cost Share
Program for replanting in 2024, but it was rejected due to the presence of this new fiber optic line. From what I
understand—and I could be mistaken—this fiber optic line is a privately owned utility and doesn’t pose the same
safety risks as something like a gas line. While tree roots might eventually pinch the cable, the impact would likely
be limited to service, not safety. As such, it seems reasonable to consider an exemption from the current 10-foot
utility buffer requirement. Being that Yellowstone Fiber has installed fiber optic lines all across Bozeman, it means a
lot of areas may never get their trees back. Sincerely, Kyle Kramer 611 S 15th Ave
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Forestry Planting Permit.pdf
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City Of Bozeman
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