Tree Removal By-law
The York Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report
(July 20, 1998) from the York Commissioner of Community Services:
Purpose:
The purpose of this report is to request Council to direct the City Solicitor to prepare a
by-law to approve the removal of City-owned trees. The properties and reasons for removal
are described in this report.
Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Status:
Removal and planting costs are approved in the 1998 Operating Budget.
Recommendation:
That Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law for the removal of City-owned
trees and that forestry staff begin removal and planting.
Comments:
In accordance with York policy, attached is a list of locations where trees located on City
property have either been removed or are in need of removal and the reason for the request.
It should be noted that in each case, where a tree has been removed, the resident has agreed
to permit the City to plant a replacement tree.
Conclusion:
Upon approval by Council, City forces will begin removal and planting of replacement
trees.
Contact:
Kevin Bowser
York Director of Parks
Tel: 394-2487
Fax: 394-2707
(A copy of the list of locations, referred to in the foregoing report, is on file in the Clerk's
Department, York Civic Centre.)