Why Removing This West Vancouver Cedar Required an Arborist Report
The cedar stood tall in the backyard of a West Vancouver home, its multiple co-dominant leaders stretching skyward like fingers competing for sunlight. At over 75cm in diameter, this wasn’t just any tree—it was a protected giant under the District of West Vancouver’s (DWV) bylaws. What followed was a masterclass in careful, compliant tree removal.
The Challenge
This wasn’t a simple takedown. The project required:
✅ Precision dismantling of a massive, multi-stemmed cedar
✅ Full compliance with DWV’s protected tree bylaws
✅ An arborist report (which we prepared and submitted)
✅ Impeccable cleanup with all debris removed
Why Professional Tree Removal Matters in Vancouver
Bylaw Navigation
Many homeowners don’t realize that trees over 75cm DBH in West Vancouver are often protected. We:
Prepared the required arborist report
Handled the permit application (including the $280 base fee + municipal costs)
Ensured every cut was bylaw-compliant
Safety First
With multiple co-dominant leaders, this cedar was a complex removal. Our team:
Used rigging techniques to lower sections safely
Avoided damage to the surrounding landscape
Left the stump flush to grade for a clean finish
No Trace Left Behind
Unlike fly-by-night operators, we:
Removed every branch and wood chip
Ensured the property was cleaner than we found it
Handled all green waste disposal (included in our quote)
The Hidden Costs of "Cheap" Tree Removal
Many Vancouver homeowners learn the hard way that:
⚠️ Unpermitted removals can lead to fines up to $10,000
⚠️ Poorly cut trees can regrow or become hazards
⚠️ Incomplete cleanups leave piles of debris for you to handle
Why Choose Our Vancouver Tree Service?
✔ Certified Arborists – Every job supervised by ISA experts
✔ Bylaw Compliance – We handle permits and reports
✔ Full Cleanup Guarantee – No hidden disposal fees
"We thought removing our cedar would be a headache. Instead, it was seamless." – West Vancouver Homeowner
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