Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Trees & tree removal — Salmon Arm, British Columbia: Tree Protection Bylaw No. 4637

In the City of Salmon Arm, British Columbia, trees & tree removal rules are set by Tree Protection Bylaw No. 4637, verified 2026-08-28. A permit is required. Protected threshold: minimum trunk circumference of 30.0 centimetres (cm); Landscape Trees in Schedule "A". Replacement required: Replace trees upon violation; maintain tree density for development; cash-in-lieu permitted.

Tree Protection Bylaw No. 4637 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 4.1
applies to private property	yes	s. 2
protected threshold	minimum trunk circumference of 30.0 centimetres (cm); Landscape Trees in Schedule "A"	s. 2, s. 4.3
replacement required	Replace trees upon violation; maintain tree density for development; cash-in-lieu permitted	s. 8.1, s. 8.4, s. 8.6(c)
boulevard trees	Exempt from provisions if on park, highway or utility right-of-way	s. 3(c)

scout note

Requires a permit to cut/remove any tree with 30cm+ trunk circumference (measured at 1.5m), with limited exemptions for hazard trees; repeals the prior Tree Removal and Protection Bylaw No. 2305.