Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Trees & tree removal — Red Deer, Alberta: City of Red Deer Zoning Bylaw No. 3357/2024

In the City of Red Deer, Alberta, trees & tree removal rules are set by City of Red Deer Zoning Bylaw No. 3357/2024, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $250.00 for a first offence, $500.00 for a second offence and $1,000.00 for a third or subsequent offence. A permit is required.

City of Red Deer Zoning Bylaw No. 3357/2024 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 3.190.5.2
applies to private property	yes	s. 3.130.1.6
replacement required	Landscaping removed for the purposes of Development must be replaced in accordance with the Development Permit by the first growing season after renovations are completed.	s. 3.130.2.3
fine range	$250.00 for a first offence, $500.00 for a second offence and $1,000.00 for a third or subsequent offence	s. 2.240.2.1

scout note

In the Environmental Preservation Zone (A-2), trees must not be cut, felled or removed without prior Development Authority approval issued through a permit.