Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Trees & tree removal — Spruce Grove, Alberta: City of Spruce Grove Tree Protection Bylaw C-896-14

In the City of Spruce Grove, Alberta, trees & tree removal rules are set by City of Spruce Grove Tree Protection Bylaw C-896-14, verified 2026-09-27. A permit is required. Protected threshold: Public Trees; Elm Trees (Ulmus genus).

City of Spruce Grove Tree Protection Bylaw C-896-14 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 4.1
protected threshold	Public Trees; Elm Trees (Ulmus genus)	s. 1.19; s. 1.7
boulevard trees	Planting on Boulevards requires additional prior written authorization from Director of Engineering; damaging/removing Public Trees requires prior written authorization from Manager.	s. 3.1; s. 4.1
fine range	First offence: not less than $100.00; second offence: not less than double the first offence; Schedule 'A' specified penalties: $100.00, $300.00, $500.00, $1000.00.	s. 8.3; Schedule "A"

scout note

Protects public/boulevard trees from damage, spraying, grade alteration and root/structure interference; regulates Dutch Elm Disease control (elm transport into City banned); fines up to $1,000 for enforcement-order non-compliance.