Do I need a permit to cut down a tree?

Trees & tree removal — Grimsby, Ontario: Public Tree By-law 24-37

In the Town of Grimsby, Ontario, trees & tree removal rules are set by Public Tree By-law 24-37, verified 2026-09-25. Fines: minimum fine not exceed $500, maximum not exceeding $100,000; continuing offence max $10,000/day. A permit is required. Replacement required: proposal for the replanting or replacing of Trees that are to be removed or that will be injured by the works.

Public Tree By-law 24-37 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 1.8 "A person seeking to undertake or do any of the activities described in paragraph 1.5 above shall make a request"
applies to private property	no	s. 1.2 "This by-law shall apply to all Trees growing or living on Public Property"
replacement required	proposal for the replanting or replacing of Trees that are to be removed or that will be injured by the works	s. 1.9(a)(ii)
boulevard trees	Town may remove decayed/dangerous trees or branches posing danger to highway users	s. 1.4(g) and s. 1.4(h)
fine range	minimum fine not exceed $500, maximum not exceeding $100,000; continuing offence max $10,000/day	s. 1.21(a) and s. 1.21(b)

scout note

Regulates planting, maintenance, injuring and removal of trees on Town-owned public property and boulevards; excludes Niagara Escarpment Commission, NPCA and Niagara Region lands.