Tree Cutting/Pruning

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Tree Cutting/Pruning

About the by-law

The City of Vaughan is committed to re-establishing the urban tree canopy. To do this, the Tree Protection By-law 185-2007 (PDF) prohibits or regulates the destruction or injuring of trees located on private property.

Picture of sample tree diameter

Rules

Trees with a diameter of 20 centimetres or more (or a base diameter of 20 centimetres or more) must not be injured, destroyed or removed without having a permit to do so.
Permits are issued through Parks and Forestry Operations and should be posted on the lot where the trees are being removed.

Enforcement

The City’s enforcement officers may enter and inspect lands to ensure the by-law and permit is being complied with.
Any person violating the by-law may be fined up to $10,000 for first offences. Subsequent offences may be charged up to $25,000.
Any corporation violating the by-law may be fined up to $100,000.

Contact Information

By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services

Phone: 905-832-2281

Fax: 905-832-8549

Email: bylaw@vaughan.ca

Location:
Vaughan City Hall, Level 100
2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.
Vaughan, ON L6A 1T1

Additional Resources

Tree Protection By-law (PDF)