Tree Removal New Westminster — Licensed & Insured Arborists

Almost certainly, if the tree is any reasonable size. Under New Westminster's Tree Protection and Regulation Bylaw, a permit is required to remove any tree measuring 20 cm or more in diameter at 1.3 m (4' 3") above grade. Species makes no difference — unlike Burnaby, there is no separate conifer and deciduous threshold. 20 cm is roughly an 8-inch trunk, which is a modest tree, so most established trees in the city are protected. We measure at the correct height during the free estimate and confirm the bylaw position in writing before scheduling any work.

Two replacement trees are required for a protected tree removal. Where the tree is confirmed hazardous or dead, one replacement tree must be planted and maintained. Protected hedges have their own rule: one replacement tree per 4 metres of hedge, so a 20-metre hedge removal carries a 5-tree obligation. We plan replacement planting into the removal quote from the start so it is not a surprise after the work is done.

Yes, materially. New Westminster protects any tree at 20 cm diameter regardless of species. Burnaby, on a property not subject to a development application, only requires a permit at 30 cm for conifers and 45 cm for deciduous trees. A deciduous tree of 25 cm would be unregulated in Burnaby and fully protected in New Westminster. If you have moved within Metro Vancouver, do not assume your previous municipality's threshold carries over.

Tree removal in New Westminster follows 2026 Metro Vancouver market rates: small trees under 30 feet typically $400 to $900, medium trees 30 to 60 feet typically $1,200 to $3,000, and large trees over 60 feet or requiring crane assistance typically $2,500 to $6,000 or more. These figures are based on CHBA BC regional market data and represent industry averages. Actual costs vary based on project scope, materials and site conditions. Contact Aesthetic Tree for a personalized assessment. In New Westminster specifically, lot width is the biggest cost driver — the city's older neighbourhoods often have no rear vehicle access, so the tree is rigged down in sections and carried out by hand. Budget for replacement trees as well, since the bylaw requires them.

Yes. Any tree work within 3 metres of a power line requires BC Hydro coordination — this applies throughout New Westminster and all of BC. Our arborists follow WorkSafeBC regulations for electrical proximity work. BC Hydro sends a line crew to de-energize or protect the conductors during the removal, and they typically need 1 to 2 business days' notice. We arrange that directly and build it into your project timeline, so you do not need to contact BC Hydro yourself.

Yes. Aesthetic Tree has operated in the Lower Mainland since 2003. We carry $3M comprehensive liability insurance, all crew are covered by WorkSafeBC, and our arborists hold ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) certification along with TRAQ (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification). We work throughout New Westminster including Queen's Park, Sapperton, Uptown, Downtown, the West End, Connaught Heights, Glenbrooke North, Massey Victory Heights, the Brow of the Hill and Queensborough. Before any tree company starts work on your property, confirm all three: liability insurance, WorkSafeBC coverage, and ISA certification.