City of Burlington Hosting Private Tree Bylaw Public Info Sessions
Anyone looking to learn more about the newly adopted Private Tree Bylaw, unanimously approved by Burlington Council last month, can attend one of several upcoming public information sessions hosted by the City of Burlington.The sessions are designed to help residents and businesses understand the new bylaw and how it works — covering when a permit is needed, when it's not, replacement trees, costs and more. Those who attend will also get a chance to ask questions of Forestry staff.Registration is not necessary for any of the sessions and a Q-and-A will start 15 minutes after the start time.Please see the list below of when the info sessions will be held and where:
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Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020Appleby Ice Centre, Community Room 11-3 p.m. AND 7-9 p.m.
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Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020Central Arena, Auditorium1-3 p.m.
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Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020Burlington Seniors’ Centre, Freeman and Indian Point Rooms7-9 p.m.
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Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020Aldershot Arena, Community Room7-9 p.m.
ABOUT THE PRIVATE TREE BYLAW:As of Jan. 27, 2020, anyone within the City’s urban boundary will need to apply online for a permit and on-site consultation to remove a tree greater than 20 cm in diameter (8”) measured at 1.4 m from the ground, or if you would like to remove more than five trees between 10 and 20 cm (4-8”) measured at 1.4 m from the ground in a calendar year. Heritage trees and endangered species are also protected.Permits are also needed for any activity that may injure or damage a tree.To apply for a permit or to read the full bylaw, including information on permits, protected trees, exemptions and fines, visit Burlington.ca/PrivateTree.— Mayor Marianne Meed WardRELATED LINKS:
--*Posted by John Bkila, Mayor's Media and Digital Communications Specialist