Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Trees & tree removal — Municipality of Boissevain – Morton, Manitoba: Tree Management By-law 2018-12

In the Municipality of Boissevain – Morton, Manitoba, trees & tree removal rules are set by Tree Management By-law 2018-12, verified 2026-09-24. Fines: not less than $50.00; not less than $250.00; Up to $5,000.00 per tree removed. A permit is required. Boulevard trees: Boulevards are Municipal Lands; planting or removal requires prior written authorization from Council.

Tree Management By-law 2018-12 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 5
applies to private property	no	"protect public trees in public spaces owned or controlled by the Municipality"
boulevard trees	Boulevards are Municipal Lands; planting or removal requires prior written authorization from Council.	s. 4, s. 2(g)
fine range	not less than $50.00; not less than $250.00; Up to $5,000.00 per tree removed	s. 18(a), s. 18(b), s. 18(g)

scout note

Protects public trees on municipal land (boulevards, parks, reserves); requires council authorization to remove, prune, or plant trees, or attach items to them; fines up to $5,000 per tree removed without permission.