When to Tag a Tree

[SamArborista]

Hi,
I'm in Ontario, Canada and I'm wondering when are tree tags required in regards to Arborist Reports (in the GTA). The reports are generally for areas where a construction project will be occurring, generally landscaping/park improvement type projects and the purpose - to determine which trees should be protected and which should not.
I have not really found in any of the municipalities requirements for reports if and when trees should be tagged. Does anyone have any thoughts or general guidelines for this?

 

[JD3000]

Well, certainly before any grading/compaction/construction begins...fencing around tree protection zones do no good after the bull dozers have had at it.
Dont think there's an industry standard for an exact time a pre construction tree survey is done. Perhaps your municipality has a guideline for that.

How much time do you have before the project starts?

 

[cerviarborist]

Objective drives scope, just like in pruning. How your client intends to utilize the inventory product will determine whether it's a good idea to tag the trees. I like to discuss the project with the clients in as much detail as possible in order to find out what they want. Then I offer them an ala-carte menu of relevant inventory tasks, and let them decide what they want to pay for.

 

[JD3000]

Right. You'll need to know all the What's, Where's, and When's. Your inventory can than be tailored to need and potential conflicts and preventative techniques can then be identified.