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DOT/DNR Fund

Intent of program

Roadside beautification of primary system corridors with plant materials


Who is eligible to request funding?

Any tax-levying body


Qualifications for funding

The site must be on primary highway right-of-way, including primary highway extensions.  Participation is limited to the cost of materials and installation of seed or live plants.


Type of submittal required

Submit letters of request with listing of plant material, site plan and detailed cost estimates.  A permit to sponsor highway plantings must also be approved (see special project requirements below).


Application amount – minimum/maximum

Maximum of $100,000 per application per year


Application deadline

Letters of request are accepted all year and, if selected, are funded in the order in which they are received.


Special project requirements

  • DOT will review plans and specifications.
  • Applications for DOT Sponsorship of Highway Plantings permits must be submitted to, and approved by, the district staff.

Type of approval required

DOT roadside development staff evaluates applications


Average length of time for acceptance decision

90 days


Program’s annual funding level

$300,000 (subject to funding availability)

More information/applications

Iowa Department of Transportation
Design Bureau
800 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
515-239-1424

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