Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Trees & tree removal — Port Hardy, British Columbia: District of Port Hardy Tree Protection Bylaw No. 24-2005

In the District Municipality of Port Hardy, British Columbia, trees & tree removal rules are set by District of Port Hardy Tree Protection Bylaw No. 24-2005, verified 2026-09-24. Fines: minimum fine of One Hundred Dollars ($100). A permit is required. Protected threshold: Tree: one and one half (1.5) metres or more in height. Municipal lands: Softwood under twelve and one half (12.5) cm exempt.

District of Port Hardy Tree Protection Bylaw No. 24-2005 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 7
applies to private property	yes	s. 13(a)
protected threshold	Tree: one and one half (1.5) metres or more in height. Municipal lands: Softwood under twelve and one half (12.5) cm exempt.	s. 3; s. 4; s. 5(d)
replacement required	replace that tree: a) with two trees if... within five (5) metres... b) with one tree if... five (5) metres or more	s. 11
fine range	minimum fine of One Hundred Dollars ($100)	s. 15(b)

scout note

Regulates cutting/removal of trees on District property and in identified sensitive areas of Port Hardy; cutting requires a permit.