The purpose of the Ash Tree Removal and Replanting Program is to remove and replace any Ash tree(s) free of charge for homeowners who income qualify.
Dear Grant Applicant:
The Ash Tree Removal and Replanting Program requires submission of the following documents along with your completed and signed application:
Ash Tree Grant Application(PDF, 4MB) (English)
Ash Tree Grant Application(PDF, 4MB)
(Spanish)
Ash Tree Grant Application(PDF, 3MB)
(Arabic)
Ash Tree Grant Application(PDF, 4MB)
(Vietnamese)
1. Copy of your most recent Federal Income Tax Return, not just a W-2 form. It must be a copy of the IRS forms, IRS schedules, and IRS attachments (if you are required to file taxes).
2. If you do not file taxes, a copy of the most recent documentation to verify current income source(s) i.e., paystubs, Social Security Income Letter, Pension Statement, copies of bank statements, etc.
3. Financial Institution or Bank Statement of your current mortgage loan.
4. Each adult (19 years or older) in the household must complete and sign an Attestation form. A parent or guardian must complete and sign the bottom portion of one of the forms for children under the age 19.
5. The removal of Ash trees that have not been deemed dead, dying, or structurally weak will be avoided during the April 1-July 31 time frame, which covers both the migratory bird nesting season and the Northern Long-Eared Bat’s maternity roost season.
It is important you send the requested information with your application to avoid delays in processing your grant application.
If you have any questions regarding completion of your application, please call (402) 441-8209 or email lroberts@lincoln.ne.gov.
Below are the 2023 Annual Income Limits for the Program.
Income Limits
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As of 06/15/2023
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Size of Household
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Income Limit
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1
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$53,700
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2
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$61,400
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3
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$69,050
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4
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$76,700
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5
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$82,850
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6
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$89,000
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7
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$95,150
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8
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$101,250
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Tree Program Policies and Procedures(PDF, 281KB)