Trees & tree removal — Sechelt, British Columbia

Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

In the District Municipality of Sechelt, British Columbia, applies to private property: False; protected threshold: 3 metres (9.84ft) or more in height, or 10 centimetres (3.9 inches) dbh or more; includes slow growing species; replacement required: may be required to: Plant a replacement tree or trees; fines: fine of not more than $1000... fine of up to $10,000 for each offense. Source: Parks Tree Protection Bylaw No. 436, 2005, verified 2026-08-28.

Parks Tree Protection Bylaw No. 436, 2005 adopted bylaw
applies to private property False s. 2
protected threshold 3 metres (9.84ft) or more in height, or 10 centimetres (3.9 inches) dbh or more; includes slow growing species s. 1 "Tree"
replacement required may be required to: Plant a replacement tree or trees s. 9(a)
fine range fine of not more than $1000... fine of up to $10,000 for each offense s. 8(a), 8(b)
scout note

Prohibits cutting/damaging trees (3m+ tall or 10cm+ DBH) within District parks without authorization; requires replacement planting and a 3-year maintenance guarantee for damaged/removed trees.

Machine-readable: trees.json · Official website: https://www.sechelt.ca/ · Last verified 2026-08-28 · Trees & tree removal in other municipalities