Please note that cutting down trees is not allowed within the setback margins mentioned in the zoning by-law, particularly, but not limited to, property setback margins, the 15-metre shoreline protection zone and the 30-metre wetland protection zone.
For more details, please refer to sections 4.6, 4.12 and 4.15 of
TREE CUTTING
The cutting of diseased, dangerous or dead trees does not require a permit. However, it is strongly recommended to contact us if you have any doubts about the condition of a tree.
We recommend that you take a picture before cutting a tree or check with the Municipality.
For details, consult our permits and certificates page.
CHELSEA'S TREE CUTTING
Chelsea's tree cutting and greening goals are :
- preserving Chelsea’s rural character
- preserving Chelsea’s existing style
- participating in greenhouse gas protection
- maintaining biodiversity
- maintaining air quality
- protecting terrestrial and aquatic wildlife habitats
- maintaining water quality and
- maintaining soil quality.
RESOURCES
Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Conseil québécois des espèces exotiques envahissantes
Recommended vegetation for clay soils
Recommended vegetation for clay soils
Information
Planning and Sustainable Development Department