Tree Cutting Bylaws: The Tip of the Iceberg — How Municipalities, Conservation Authorities, the Niagara Escarpment Commission, and Federal Megaprojects Are Interfering With Normal Farm Practice Across Ontario. By Jeff Bogaerts, President, Ontario Landowners Association
Layer Authority Primary Tool of Interference 1 Municipalities Tree-cutting bylaws, permit requirements, bylaw enforcement 2 Conservation Authorities Regulated area permits over drainage, field access, and land management 3 Niagara Escarpment Commission Development permits under the Niagara Escarpment Plan 4 Federal…