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Home Tree Care

To remove, extensively prune or top an existing tree located on your property, you may require a permit from the City to do so. For an overview of the City's bylaw regulating the management of trees, please refer to the Tree Bylaw Highlights Brochure or to the Tree Protection Bylaw itself. Please also refer to the Tree Management Plan and Tree Removal Permit Information prior to making an application.

Getting a tree permit

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Contact Us

Patrick McIntosh
Urban Forestry Coordinator
250-755-4429 ext. 4357
Patrick.McIntosh@nanaimo.ca
Ryan Brunt
Urban Forester
250-755-4460 ext. 4473
Ryan.Brunt@nanaimo.ca

Last updated: August 20, 2025

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