Trees benefit everyone by purifying the air we breathe and reducing the effects of pollution. Here is what you need to know about trees in the Town of Tillsonburg.
Street trees |
Trees planted along Town streets help provide shade and make neighbourhoods more livable for people and animals.
Damaged, dying or potentially diseased street trees should be reported to the Customer Service Centre. |
Trimming standards |
Public Works staff are responsible for trimming and removing street trees when required.
Trees may also be trimmed to allow clearance for Tillsonburg Hydro Inc., wires. |
Trees on private property |
Trimming trees on private property is the responsibility of the property owner(s).
If a neighbour's tree is having a negative impact on your property, try to come to an agreement on what action should be taken. If an agreement cannot be reached, you may want to consult a lawyer to determine your legal rights. If you decide to trim branches from a tree that is not yours, please remember:
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Frequently Asked Questions
I think my street tree needs trimming, who should I contact? |
Contact the Customer Service Centre at 519-842-9200. Town staff will investigate and coordinate any necessary remedial work. |
I want the street tree in front of my house removed, who should I contact? |
Contact the Customer Service Centre at 519-842-9200. Town staff will place the identified tree on the arbourists inspection list for assessment. The Town will not remove any healthy assessed street tree. |
Who is responsible for the tree roots that are damaging my sewer pipe? |
Please refer to Wastewater Collection - Repair Responsibility. |
Who is responsible for a private tree failure on public property? |
If a private tree falls onto a street, only that portion of the tree that is on public property will be removed. The remainder of the private tree is the responsibiity of the home owner. |
I live in a new subdivision and my street tree is dead, who should I contact? |
The planting of all street trees in a new subdivision is the responsibilty of the Developer. Please contact your Developer directly for replacement of dead street trees. |