Arborist Consulting & Permits
Arborist Reports for Tree Permits in Victoria and Saanich
Oakstead Tree & Property Care prepares arborist reports and tree maps for development applications, tree removal permits and bylaw compliance in Victoria, Saanich and across southern Vancouver Island. Reports cover tree risk, health and condition, and protection plans, and are written to each district's requirements. Oakstead's arborists supply the tree data, and Dot Cross Design produces the computer-aided design (CAD) maps and drawings.
In plain words
Oakstead writes arborist reports and makes tree maps. They are used for building permits, tree removal permits and bylaw rules. Each report suits what your municipality asks for. Our arborists collect the tree details, and Dot Cross Design draws the maps.
Each district has specific requirements and standards for Arborist Reports submitted for review, whether for development applications, tree removal permits, or compliance with municipal bylaws. At Oakstead, we prepare every report to meet these requirements. The approval decision is the municipality's. Our expertise includes preparing Tree Risk Assessments (by TRAQ-qualified arborists; TRAQ is the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification), Tree Health & Condition Assessments, and Tree Protection & Preservation Plans, all tailored to align with district regulations and client needs. These reports provide detailed, science-based evaluations of tree safety, health, and preservation needs, offering property owners and developers the information they need to make informed decisions while staying compliant.
Our Tree Inventory & Mapping services document tree locations, species, sizes, and conditions, which are essential for site planning and compliance with city bylaws. Oakstead's arborists collect the tree data from site visits and legal surveys, and Dot Cross Design drafts the CAD maps and drawings. Dot Cross Design also takes Oakstead's referrals for architectural design, planning and drafting.
You can find Dot Cross Design, the firm that drafts our CAD maps and drawings, at dotcross.ca.
If you’d like to just get the conversation started, or want to schedule a viewing of your project in the Saanich and Victoria area, please give us a call at (250) 888-9222 or request a consultation online through the request form on our Get a Quote page, and we’ll get right back to you.
Arborist Reports prices
- Tree permit report, one tree
- From $450 per report
- An arborist report on one tree for a tree permit application. Final price confirmed in a quote before work starts.
- Tree permit report, 2 to 5 trees
- From $750 per report
- Add $75 for each tree over 5. Final price confirmed in a quote before work starts.
Prices in Canadian dollars, before GST (Goods and Services Tax), updated . See all arborist service prices
Arborist Reports: frequently asked questions
What is an arborist report?
An arborist report documents the trees on or near a site, their condition and protection needs, and the impacts of proposed work. Many municipalities require one for development applications and tree removal permits, and requirements differ by district.
Do your arborist reports meet municipal requirements?
Each district on southern Vancouver Island has its own standards for arborist reports. Oakstead prepares reports and tree maps to meet the requirements of the municipality reviewing your application, whether it is for development, a tree removal permit or bylaw compliance.
What does a tree map show?
A tree map documents tree locations, species, sizes and conditions on a site. Oakstead's arborists collect the tree data, and Dot Cross Design does the CAD drafting, using legal surveys, to produce maps that support site planning, tree protection and compliance with city bylaws.
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