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About roots and soil health When tree protection fails You may have seen this happen: A construction project wraps up, the tree protection zones (TPZs) are dismantled, and everything looks great. The protected trees appear healthy, but a few years later, property owners notice signs of stress or decline. What went wrong? The sad truth…

Expert Guide to Protecting the GTA’s Urban Forest During Construction “The future of sustainable and inclusive cities will surely depend on how we tend to and protect our urban trees.”World Economic Forum , 2022 What you’ll learn about tree Protection and construction in the Greater Toronto area If you’re planning a construction or renovation project…

Preserving trees enriches communities, improves air quality, and adds lasting beauty to urban areas. 🌳✨ Construction is hard on trees. It’s an unfortunate reality. That’s why tree preservation has become such a hot topic in property development circles.  Trees need space, and they need healthy porous soil to support healthy root systems. This is as…

When urban construction projects intersect with nature, the trees often suffer. Ensuring the best tree protection is essential—not just for compliance with urban forestry regulations, but for safeguarding long-term environmental health. High-quality tree protection fence or hoarding is your best defense against damage caused by construction activity, weather, and even vandalism. In this guide, we’ll…

Construction projects often involve working near trees, which serve as essential assets to the environment and the community. Developers and contractors rely on arborist construction inspections to protect trees from potential damage during construction and to comply with local regulations. These inspections provide the guidance needed to minimise harm to trees while maintaining project timelines.…

An arborist report is a vital yet often overlooked requirement in construction project planning within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Skipping this step can lead to costly delays and complications. Every construction project in the GTA must comply with local Tree Protection Bylaws if protected trees are present. An arborist report and an accompanying Tree…

The Arborist Report and Tree Protection Plans (TPP) are a requirement of the permit application process in Toronto for any construction project involving trees. Whether you’re planning to remove, preserve, or replant trees, understanding this process can save you time and prevent costly delays by ensuring compliance with Toronto’s stringent urban forestry bylaws. In this…