Oak Bay Parks has implemented programs to preserve trees within the municipality, aligning with the District’s Urban Forest Management Strategy.
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Oak Bay Tree Protection Bylaw
Oak Bay Parks has implemented programs to preserve trees within the municipality, aligning with the district’s Urban Forest Management Strategy. To access the bylaw, visit the bylaws page or download the PDF below.
Tree Work Application Permit
No protected tree shall be cut down or damaged unless authorized by:
- a permit issued by the Municipal Arborist under this Bylaw; or
- development permit issued by the Municipality.
You can download a Tree Protection Application form below:
Instructions:
Below is a fillable PDF – Save the file locally to your computer and open in Adobe Reader (download and install Adobe Reader if you do not have it on your computer), fill out the form in Adobe Reader and save. You will then be able to email the application to the Parks Office hroberts@oakbay.ca