I want to have some trees cut in my backyard; do I need to notify the Town?

Most timbering operations are required to file a Notice of Intent to Cut with the Town.  If, however, you are just looking to have some shade or ornamental trees cut within striking distance of a building, you do not need to notify us. You are also allowed to have cut 10,000 board feet of saw logs and 20 cords of fuel wood without notification, provided they are solely for the personal use of the owner (not to be resold). The same amount is allowed if you are clearing land to put in a house, provided you have first obtained all the permits required for the land conversion, including a building permit. You may also cut, or have cut, any amount of firewood used for maple syrup production, as well as Christmas trees, fruit trees, nursery stock and short rotation tree fiber. Otherwise, if you or your logger intends to harvest timber, even if you do not receive any money from the project, you are required to file a Notice of Intent to Cut with the Town. Since many departments review the paperwork, you should file about a month before you wish to start the timber harvesting. For more information, click here.