Front Yard Vegetable Garden Program

Thank you for your interest in this new City of Two Rivers program that was developed by the Two Rivers Environmental Advisory Board.

We understand that people's concerns & priorities change over time and are acknowledging a shift in mindset by initiating a new health-focused program that allows our residents the freedom & opportunity to pursue proper nutrition.

The Environmental Advisory Board looks forward to seeing your garden!

GUIDELINES

• Your garden must be planted in raised beds and/or containers
• 4-foot setback is required
• 3-foot maximum plant height is allowed
• Total garden area is limited to 100 square feet of soil surface using a mix of configurations such as:
  • square - 5'x5' maximum
  • round - 5' diameter maximum
  • rectangular - 2'x10' maximum
• Raised bed height allowed is a minimum of 6" and a maximum of 24"

APPLICATION PROCESS

For a resident to be considered for the program and receive a permit certificate & yard sign they must:

• Return a completed application & simple garden layout rendering
• Applications will be reviewed and a decision will be made in a timely manner.
• Applicants will be advised of the decision within seven (7) business days.NOTE:
• All participants must comply with the requirements of this program set forth. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of participation, with restoration of the affected area returned to its original state.
• A permit & a yard sign will be issued after an application and simple garden plan are approved.
• The program permit fee of $20 has been WAIVED this year.
• If necessary, contact Diggers Hotline to avoid any accidents during installation, and supply the City with proof of execution.
• An Environmental Advisory Board representative will contact participants several times during the growing season to check the progress of the garden and address any concerns of the homeowner. Please feel free to make suggestions as to how the program can be improved - we want to hear from you!
• By participating in this program, the homeowner gives the City the right to take photos of the garden throughout the growing period for tracking, reporting & promotional purposes.
   

Click these link for more helpful information:
* Ordinance 10-1-15 "Height and area exceptions"
* 31 Raised Garden Bed Design Ideas
* Front yard vegetable garden ideas:  Grow a mix of food and flowers
* Can we please stop fighting about gardens?
* Growing a front yard vegetable garden
* Edible Landscaping for Beginners