Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Trees & tree removal — Coquitlam, British Columbia: Tree Management Bylaw Number 4091, 2010

In the City of Coquitlam, British Columbia, trees & tree removal rules are set by Tree Management Bylaw Number 4091, 2010, verified 2026-08-28. A permit is required. Replacement required: The owner or occupier is required to replace trees as required by the tree replacement plan.

Tree Management Bylaw Number 4091, 2010 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 4
applies to private property	yes	trees throughout the City
protected threshold	any living, erect, woody plant that is 20 centimetres or more in diameter measured 1.4 metres from the base of the tree stem, or on a steep slope, measured 5 or more metres in height	Definition "PROTECTED TREE"
replacement required	The owner or occupier is required to replace trees as required by the tree replacement plan.	s. 9(b)

scout note

Regulates conservation, removal and replacement of protected trees (20 cm+ diameter, or on steep slopes 5 m+ tall) throughout the City; requires City Arborist involvement and permits for cutting.