2025 Tree Protection Guide for Toronto Construction Projects
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Planning construction near trees in Toronto?
Before you break ground, download our Free 2025 Tree Protection Guide – your essential resource for understanding local tree bylaws, setting up Tree Protection Zones (TPZs), and avoiding costly mistakes.
This field-tested guide is written by ISA-certified arborist Adam Gower, with over 10 years of experience.
Backed by Toronto’s latest Tree Protection Policy and Bylaws, this guide is packed with expert tips to help homeowners, contractors, builders, and developers stay compliant.
What You'll Learn
Toronto’s Tree Protection Zone (TPZ) laws explained
How to set up a TPZ that passes City of Toronto
When and how to apply for tree removal or injury permits
Why hiring an ISA-certified arborist is essential
Common mistakes that lead to $100,000 fines per tree
Final landscaping rules and how to get your deposit refunded
Why This Matters for Construction in Toronto
Toronto’s bylaws are strict and actively enforced when it comes to protecting trees during construction. Damaging a protected tree—even accidentally—can delay your project, increase costs, and land you with massive penalties. Don’t risk costly delays or legal issues. If your job site is anywhere near a tree, you need this guide.
What Is a Tree Protection Zone
A TPZ is a legally required barrier that protects a tree’s roots, trunk, and canopy from construction damage. Whether the tree is on your property, your neighbour’s, or city-owned—it may be protected by law. The guide includes:
TPZ setup diagrams
Required fencing specs
Minimum distance rules by trunk size
Special guidelines for ravines and natural areas
Avoid Fines – Stay Compliant with Toronto's Tree Bylaws Learn
Toronto bylaws like the Private Tree Bylaw, Street Tree Bylaw, and Ravine Protection Bylaw are actively enforced. Get it wrong and you could face
Fines up to $100,000 per tree
How to set up a TPZ that passes City inspection
Permit delays or rejections
Lost deposits and replanting orders
This guide walks you through every step – from pre-construction to post-build – in plain, easy-to-follow language.
Designed for
If you’re filing a building permit, ordering excavation, or working near any protected tree in Toronto, you need this eBook before you start.
Choose Tree Doctors for reliable tree care services that aim to meet your expectations.
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Fill out the form to get instant access to the 27-page 2025 Tree Protection eBook PDF. You'll also get a free consultation to help set up your Tree Protection Zone (TPZ) – done legally, safely, and affordably.
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