Parks
Trees
All the trees in Esquimalt – in parks and yards and along municipal boulevards – are important in our daily lives.
New! Esquimalt's Tree Protection Bylaw
The Township of Esquimalt recently adopted a new Tree Protection Bylaw to protect Esquimalt's urban forest. The bylaw explains how trees are protected and what you can do to help keep our urban forest vibrant and healthy.
When will I need a permit to cut or remove a tree in my yard?
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You will need a permit to cut, remove or alter a protected tree. This includes trees which are dead, dying, or hazardous.
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You will also be required to obtain a permit to cut, remove or alter a tree that interferes with construction, if no alternatives exist
Do I need to replace a tree I have a permit to remove?
When you receive a permit to remove a protected tree, you are required to plant a replacement tree within the time specified on your Tree Cutting or Removal Permit.
What happens if I remove or cut a Protected Tree without a permit?
Fines will be applied for all removal or cutting of trees without a permit. Fines range from $250 to $10,000, depending on the circumstances of the tree removal or cutting.
How do I get a Tree Cutting or Removal Permit?
Download a Tree Cutting Permit Application or pick-up a permit at the Esquimalt Recreation Centre at 527 Fraser Street.
For more information download one of the following brochures:
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