A tree permit is required under these circumstances:
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- Trees has a diameter at breast height of 15 cm or more. Diameter at breast height is measured 1.37 metres above the ground.
- Tree is located on municipal property, including roads and parks.
- Tree is located in an Environmental Protection Areas or Open Space designated in the official plan.
- Tree is protected by a Tree Preservation and Protection Plan.
- Trees that are subject to commercial harvesting on lands larger than one hectare.
- Trees that are listed as endangered, threatened, or at risk under provincial or federal legislation.
- Distinctive tree species identified in Schedule "A" of the Tree Bylaw such as Black Maple, Ginkgo, Kentucky Coffee Tree, and Black Walnut.
The Tree Bylaw applies to new developments requiring planning approvals. If tree removal is needed before receiving planning approvals, a separate tree permit is necessary.
For commercial harvesting on properties larger than one hectare, a tree permit is required, unless a forest management plan prepared by a registered professional forester is accepted by the Director of Planning Services.