Trees & tree removal — Chatham-Kent, Ontario

Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Chatham-Kent, Ontario has no trees & tree removal bylaw on record as of 2026-10-28. Section 3.1(11) prohibits climbing, cutting, removing or damaging trees, shrubs and plants in municipal parks and recreation areas, including allowing animals to damage them. Section 4.1(7) requires written permission for landscape changes.

No adopted bylaw has been confirmed — the documents below are unconfirmed leads or supporting material (checked 2026-10-28).

Chatham-Kent Parks and Recreation Areas By-law 19-2016

Section 3.1(11) prohibits climbing, cutting, removing or damaging trees, shrubs and plants in municipal parks and recreation areas, including allowing animals to damage them. Section 4.1(7) requires written permission for landscape changes.

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