Trees & tree removal — Rocky Mountain House, Alberta

Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

In the Town of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, trees & tree removal rules are set by Tree Bylaw 2012/04, verified 2026-09-27. Fines: $300.00. A permit is required. Boulevard trees: No person shall remove, move, cut, or prune a public tree or cause a boulevard tree to be removed without prior written authorization.

Tree Bylaw 2012/04 adopted bylaw
permit required yes s. 1(a)
applies to private property yes s. 7(c)
boulevard trees No person shall remove, move, cut, or prune a public tree or cause a boulevard tree to be removed without prior written authorization. s. 1(a)
fine range $300.00 Appendix "D"
scout note

Regulates the planting, maintenance, and removal of trees on public and private property.

Machine-readable: trees.json · Official website: https://www.rockymtnhouse.com/ · Last verified 2026-09-27 · Trees & tree removal across Alberta · Trees & tree removal in other municipalities