Trees & tree removal — Swan River, Manitoba

Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

In the Town of Swan River, Manitoba, trees & tree removal rules are set by Public Reserve Shoreline Vegetation Management By-Law No. 16/2025, verified 2026-09-24. Fines: $1,000.00. A permit is required.

Public Reserve Shoreline Vegetation Management By-Law No. 16/2025 adopted bylaw
permit required yes Applicants may apply for a permit from the Chief Administrative Officer
fine range $1,000.00 s. 12
scout note

Prohibits development and clearing of vegetation (including trees) on public reserves along the Swan River shoreline without a Town permit, evaluated for erosion/slope-stability and neighbourhood impact.

Machine-readable: trees.json · Official website: http://swanrivermanitoba.ca/ · Last verified 2026-09-24 · Trees & tree removal across Manitoba · Trees & tree removal in other municipalities