Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Trees & tree removal — Sunbreaker Cove, Alberta: Summer Village of Sunbreaker Cove Land Use Bylaw No. 99/13 (as amended)

In the Summer Village of Sunbreaker Cove, Alberta, trees & tree removal rules are set by Summer Village of Sunbreaker Cove Land Use Bylaw No. 99/13 (as amended), verified 2026-09-27. Fines: not less than $250 and not more than $10,000. A permit is required.

Summer Village of Sunbreaker Cove Land Use Bylaw No. 99/13 (as amended) adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 2.2(12)(d)
applies to private property	yes	s. 4(6)(a)
replacement required	The required planting of replacement trees and/or shrubs to replace those removed upon development of the parcel, shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority; an irrevocable letter of credit may be required up to the estimated costs.	s. 4(6)
fine range	not less than $250 and not more than $10,000	s. 2.11(2)

scout note

Removal or substantial pruning of a tree requires a development permit unless the tree is dead, diseased or a safety hazard; replacement planting and a security deposit can be required as a permit condition.