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Trees & tree removal — Stirling, Alberta: Village of Stirling Care of Boulevards, Lanes and Alleys Bylaw No. 404-05

In the Village of Stirling, Alberta, trees & tree removal rules are set by Village of Stirling Care of Boulevards, Lanes and Alleys Bylaw No. 404-05, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: minimum fine of $100 or any such amount in excess of $100. Boulevard trees: No tree or shrub planting on any boulevard, lane or alley without express written approval of the Building Inspector or Bylaw Enforcement Officer.

Village of Stirling Care of Boulevards, Lanes and Alleys Bylaw No. 404-05 adopted bylaw

applies to private property	yes	trim and prune trees or shrubs on private property
boulevard trees	No tree or shrub planting on any boulevard, lane or alley without express written approval of the Building Inspector or Bylaw Enforcement Officer.	s. 7
fine range	minimum fine of $100 or any such amount in excess of $100	"subject to a minimum fine of $100 or any such amount in excess of $100"

scout note

Owners/occupants must properly trim and prune trees/shrubs on private property (or Village boulevards) that interfere with or endanger lines, poles, conduit, pipes or sewer works; tree/shrub planting on boulevards requires Village approval; fine minimum $100 for damaging a public boulevard.