What are the penalties for contravening the Tree By-Law?
If someone is convicted of an offence for contravening the Tree Bylaw, the conditions of a Tree Permit, or an Order, the Court may order any or all of the following penalties: • Prohibit them from continuing or repeating the offence; • Require that they rehabilitate the land, including the planting or replanting of trees; • Require that they provide compensation to the City (in accordance with Section 10 of the Tree Bylaw); and/or, • Require that they pay a fine equal to: • For a person: $10,000 or $1,000 per tree (whichever is greater) on a first offence, and $25,000 or $2,500 per tree (whichever is greater) on any subsequent offence; and, • For a corporation: $50,000 or $5,000 per tree (whichever is greater) on a first offence, and $100,000 or $10,000 per tree (whichever is greater) on any subsequent offence. [Top] Who do I contact if I have other questions? A: For further information regarding the City of Kingston Tree Bylaw, or to obtain a copy of the document, please refer to the
