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Consultation has concluded
PROJECT UPDATE:
In February 2022 Newmarket Council has officially approved its Private Tree Protection By-law that will require property owners to obtain a private tree removal permit from the Town if they wish to remove a tree from their property that is greater than 20 centimetres in diameter, measured at 1.4m/140 cm from the ground. Thank to all residents and stakeholder that provided their input.
Property owners will be subject to a fine if trees are removed, destroyed or injured without a permit. When a tree on private property is approved for removal, the property owner will have the option to replace the tree with new plantings, or pay cash-in-lieu to the Town. There are no fees for trees that are dead, dying, or hazardous, however a permit must still be obtained to remove the tree.
As Newmarket grows it is important to help keep as many trees as possible. We would especially like to keep mature trees since they provide the most benefits and have the most value. Please join this discussion on the value of mature trees and how a tree on your property contributes benefits to all of Newmarket. Feel free to share your opinions on the value of trees in Newmarket and how trees can best serve the Newmarket community.
We want to know: What is the best way to protect trees on private property?
Get involved by:
telling us your stories,
putting a pin on the map,
completing the survey, and
sharing your ideas about how to protect trees!
PROJECT UPDATE:
In February 2022 Newmarket Council has officially approved its Private Tree Protection By-law that will require property owners to obtain a private tree removal permit from the Town if they wish to remove a tree from their property that is greater than 20 centimetres in diameter, measured at 1.4m/140 cm from the ground. Thank to all residents and stakeholder that provided their input.
Property owners will be subject to a fine if trees are removed, destroyed or injured without a permit. When a tree on private property is approved for removal, the property owner will have the option to replace the tree with new plantings, or pay cash-in-lieu to the Town. There are no fees for trees that are dead, dying, or hazardous, however a permit must still be obtained to remove the tree.
As Newmarket grows it is important to help keep as many trees as possible. We would especially like to keep mature trees since they provide the most benefits and have the most value. Please join this discussion on the value of mature trees and how a tree on your property contributes benefits to all of Newmarket. Feel free to share your opinions on the value of trees in Newmarket and how trees can best serve the Newmarket community.
We want to know: What is the best way to protect trees on private property?
The Town of Newmarket is considering
revisions to how it protects and grows its Urban Forest.
A key aspect of the planning process is
engaging with community members and stakeholders to understand the urban forest
today and to develop ways to ensure its health and protect the benefits that
trees bring to our community. This survey is one way that the Town is seeking
resident input.
The survey information received will be
used to help develop a direction for future protection of trees and natural areas
within the Town. The results of this survey will be made available when staff
report to members of Council on findings.
Thank you for taking the time to participate
in this survey and help shape our community!
Consultation has concluded
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