Perth County is conducting a review of its Forest Conservation By-Law. As part of the review process, the County is asking for comments and input from the public to help inform the update. The proposed update includes:
- The addition of a By-Law Exemption/Appeal Process
- Updated definitions for improved clarity
Perth County's Forestry Conservation Program regulates the destruction or injuring of trees.This Forestry Conservation program is in place to ensure responsible forestry practices to promote conservation of the County’s natural systems and resources in order to mitigate further decline in forest-coverage throughout the county. There are significantly fewer woodlots in Perth County. Recent studies confirm that only 9% of Perth County land is forest-covered – this is substantially less than neighbouring Huron County that has 16% coverage.
Before completing the form below, please view the proposed updates to the Forest Conservation By-Law.
Deadlne to provide feedback is December 17, 2025
