Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Trees & tree removal — Marwayne, Alberta: Village of Marwayne Public Tree Bylaw No. 474-08

In the Village of Marwayne, Alberta, trees & tree removal rules are set by Village of Marwayne Public Tree Bylaw No. 474-08, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: Fine of not more than $10,000.00; specified penalties: $50, $100, $100 + costs. A permit is required. Protected threshold: Public Tree includes any tree which has any part of its trunk located on Village property.

Village of Marwayne Public Tree Bylaw No. 474-08 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 24; s. 18; s. 19
protected threshold	Public Tree includes any tree which has any part of its trunk located on Village property	s. 2(d)
replacement required	If a Public Tree is irreparably damaged, the person who caused the damage must replace the tree.	s. 27
boulevard trees	Village has exclusive right/responsibility for planting, removing, pruning, protecting boulevard trees; developers may plant if development plan requires.	s. 3
fine range	Fine of not more than $10,000.00; specified penalties: $50, $100, $100 + costs.	s. 30; Schedule "C"

scout note

Requires CAO written authorization before any public tree (including boulevard trees) on Village property is removed, moved, cut, pruned or debarked; violators are liable for the appraised value of the tree.