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Arborist Reports in King Township
An ISA Certified Arborist writes tree removal permit reports and construction arborist reports for properties in King Township.
- Regional rule
- Woodlots (0.2-1 ha) and woodlands (1+ ha) with qualifying tree density regulated under York Region Forest Conservation By-law
- Construction
- Construction projects still need arborist reports
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- Regional rule
- Woodlots (0.2-1 ha) and woodlands (1+ ha) with qualifying tree density regulated under York Region Forest Conservation By-law
- Construction
- Construction projects still need arborist reports
Tree Bylaws in King Township
King Township has no private tree bylaw. A proposed bylaw for single trees was brought to Council in 2019 and rejected. A single tree outside a woodland or woodlot needs no removal permit, at any size.
York Region's Forest Conservation By-law applies across King Township and protects treed areas of 0.2 hectares or more that meet its tree density test. Removing trees from a qualifying woodland requires a York Region forestry permit. Depending on the scope of work, that means either a Good Forestry Practices Permit (requires a Registered Professional Forester's silvicultural prescription, fee $25) or a Special Permit for work that doesn't meet good forestry practice standards (confirm the fee with York Region). Good Forestry Practices Permit applications must reach York Region at least 45 days before the planned harvest.
York Region's density test decides whether a treed area is a woodland. We count trees per hectare before any grading, clearing or construction near a treed area.
King Township tree permit rules
Minimum Diameter
No private tree bylaw; woodlots (0.2-1 ha) and woodlands (1+ ha) with qualifying tree density regulated under York Region Forest Conservation By-law
Permit Fee
$25 (Good Forestry Practices Permit)
Processing Time
Good Forestry Practices Permit applications are due at least 45 days before the planned harvest. York Region publishes no review time for Special Permits
Penalty
$100 to $50,000 (first offence); $400 to $100,000 (subsequent offences)
Special Zones
Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan area and Conservation Authority regulated areas along watercourses. On the Moraine, O. Reg. 140/02 prohibits development and site alteration inside a key natural heritage feature or its 30 m vegetation protection zone, except for listed uses, and an application within 120 m of a feature needs a natural heritage evaluation
Before starting tree work in King Township
Services Available in King Township
Construction Reports
Arborist reports for building permits, site plan approvals, and construction near protected trees.
Arborist Supervision & Inspections
Arborist supervision and documented site inspections for active construction near protected trees.
Stop Work Order Clearance
Arborist assessments and paperwork for tree-related Stop Work Orders and Orders to Comply.
Tree Removal Reports
Arborist reports for municipal tree removal permit applications.
Root Pruning and Excavation
Supervised root pruning, directional boring, and excavation near protected trees, with written documentation.
Tree Protection & Fencing
Tree protection fencing installation, monitoring, and documentation for construction and development projects.
Nest Clearance Surveys
Bird nest checks before tree removal or clearing, under federal migratory bird law.
Tree Risk Assessments
Formal risk assessments for insurance claims, neighbour disputes, storm damage liability, and property due diligence.
Tree Inventory Services
Tree inventories for property managers, condo boards, HOAs, developers, and municipalities managing multiple trees.
Butternut Assessment and Registry Submission
Butternut assessment and Registry submission under Ontario's Species Conservation Act, 2025.
Pool Permit Arborist Reports
Arborist reports for pool installation permits near protected trees, plus a desktop feasibility check at the quoting stage.
King Township Permit Guide
King Township Tree Permit Guide
How to apply for a tree permit in King Township, with the documents and fees the application needs.
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