Fallen Trees Due to Extreme Weather or Natural Causes
Learn about what to do if a tree on your property has fallen due to severe weather or natural causes.
Contact the City
- Take photos of the fallen tree including any damage that occurred.
 - Fill out a tree cutting permit application.
 - Email the application and photos to treebylaw@surrey.ca.
 
Fallen trees that need immediate removal
Option 1
- Call a tree care professional to assess your tree.
 - Fill out a tree cutting permit application.
 - Email the application, photos and professional's assessment to treebylaw@surrey.ca.
 - Cut down the tree/make the property safe.
 - City Staff will review the assessment and follow up with the property owner as required.
 
Option 2
- Take photos of the tree.
 - Call or email the city with your address and information about the tree you removed to treebylaw@surrey.ca.
 - Cut down the tree/make the property safe.
 - Leave the tree on the property for the City Arborist to inspect.
 - Remove the tree from your property after the City inspects it.