About Exemptions

About Exemptions

For properties within a Hazard Conditions (Steep Slope) Development Permit Area, there are a number of activities that don’t require a permit – for example, routine yard and garden maintenance activities are generally exempt.

Based on the community’s feedback, and working alongside technical and industry experts, a list of exemptions with specific guidelines have been created.

View the full list of exemptions here

Exemption Requests

Before undertaking activities on a steep slope that are included on the exemption list – such as hazard tree removal or planting new trees – an exemption form needs to be completed and submitted to the City for review/approval. This ensures that the activity does meet the exemption criteria and helps protect the slopes.

A fillable online form is available here

Questions about what’s exempt and what is not? Ask us over in the Q&A!