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Arborist Reports in Brampton

Tree removal permits and construction arborist reports for City of Brampton, prepared by an ISA Certified Arborist for municipal review.

Permit required at 30 cm DBH

Application fee: $55.73 application fee
Processing time: ~30 business days

30 cm

protected tree threshold

2 days

report turnaround

21+

GTA municipalities served

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Permit required at 30 cm DBH

Application fee: $55.73 application fee
Processing time: ~30 business days

Tree Bylaws in Brampton

Brampton's Tree Preservation By-law 317-2012 protects all private trees with a trunk diameter of 30 cm or more at breast height. The city takes tree preservation seriously, with fines reaching $100,000 for unauthorized removal and continuing penalties of up to $10,000 per day.

The permit application requires an arborist report and a flat fee of $55.73 per application, regardless of how many trees are included. Processing typically takes around 30 business days. Replanting requirements are determined on a case-by-case basis by the Commissioner, so there is no fixed ratio like some neighbouring municipalities.

Brampton also has a separate Woodlot Conservation By-law (402-2005) that applies to woodlots of 0.2 hectares or more. If your property is in or adjacent to a woodlot area, additional regulations apply beyond the standard tree bylaw. With rapid residential development pushing into formerly rural areas, tree permits in Brampton often intersect with construction and site plan approvals. We work with property owners and builders across the city to prepare reports that meet Brampton's requirements.

Brampton Tree Bylaw at a Glance

Minimum Diameter

30 cm

Permit Fee

$55.73 flat per application (non-refundable)

Processing Time

~30 business days

Penalty

Up to $100,000; continuing offence up to $10,000/day

Special Zones

Woodlots 0.2ha+ are separately protected under Woodlot Conservation By-law 402-2005. Heart Lake Conservation Area and adjacent lands have additional protections

View official bylaw

Bylaw details verified 2026-07-24.

See how Brampton compares to other municipalities in our GTA tree bylaw comparison.

Before starting tree work in Brampton

Review the current municipal permit and exemption requirements before work begins. Removing or injuring a protected tree without approval can lead to fines and replanting orders.