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# Bylaws and Policies
Decisions made by Council are implemented by staff through policies and bylaws. The Community Charter states that these decisions can only be made at formal Council meetings where there is a fixed number of Council members present. Read more about how to be involved in **City meetings**.
### **View Council Policies**
Search the full list of **Council Policies**.
### Find City Bylaws
**Bylaw Disclaimer**
The City of Colwood strives to keep the bylaws published on this website up to date and, where possible, consolidated to include amendments. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the bylaws available on this website are provided for convenience only and should not be relied upon as the official version.
In the event of any discrepancy between a bylaw posted on this website and the original bylaw adopted by City Council, the original signed and sealed bylaw maintained by the City of Colwood shall prevail.
For confirmation of the current status of a bylaw or to obtain an official copy, please contact the Corporate Services Department at **corporateservices.ca** or 250-294-8157.
### Adminstrative
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| **Bylaw** | **Last Updated** |
| Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 1911 | March 9, 2026 |
| Council Procedure Bylaw | September 23, 2024 |
| Election and Signs Bylaw No. 2038 | September 23, 2024 |
| Election and Voting Procedure Bylaw No. 1948 | June 27, 2022 |
| False Alarm Bylaw No. 2108 | April 13, 2026 |
| Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1603 | April 13, 2026 |
| Five Year Financial Plan (2026-2030) Bylaw No. 2112 | April 27, 2026 |
| Fireworks Bylaw No. 891 | March 9, 2009 |
| Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Bylaw No. 1746 | January 14, 2019 |
| Heritage Commission No. 1789 | November 12, 2019 |
| Intercommunity Business Licencing Bylaw No. 1813 | May 25, 2020 |
| Municipal Ticket Information Bylaw No. 1314 | May 25, 2021 |
| Nuisance Abatement and Cost Recovery Bylaw No. 2002 | November 14, 2023 |
| Public Art Beautification Bylaw No. 1436 | December 19, 2011 |
| Public Notice Bylaw No. 2117 | June 29, 2026 |
| Reserve Funds Bylaw No. 1334 | September 10, 2026 |
| Sign Bylaw No. 60 | Dec 11, 2023 |
| Tax Rate 2026 Bylaw No. 2113 | May 11, 2026 |
### Community Standards
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| **Bylaw** | **Last Update** |
| Animal Control Bylaw No. 1533 | August 25, 2025 |
| Business Licence Bylaw No. 1812 | May 1, 2025 |
| Heritage Commission No. 1789 | November 12, 2019 |
| Noise Control Bylaw No. 1594 | September 11, 2017 |
| Nuisance Controlled Substances Bylaw No. 851 | June 11, 2007 |
| Outdoor Burning Restrictions Bylaw No. 931 | January 28, 2008 |
| Parks Management Bylaw No. 1771 | June 24, 2019 |
| Pesticides Use Bylaw No. 1995 | March 25, 2024 |
| Smoke Alarm Bylaw No. 278 | November 23, 1993 |
| Unsightly Premises Bylaw No. 715 | February 13, 2012 |
| Urban Forest Bylaw No. 1735 | June 23, 2025 |
### Land Use
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| **Bylaw** | **Last Updated** |
| Blasting Bylaw No. 272 | June 27, 2005 |
| Building Bylaw No. 977 | January 8, 2024 |
| Building Bylaw (Sprinkler Provision) No. 975 | July 14, 2008 |
| Development Cost Charge Bylaw - Roads No. 1836 | June 24, 2024 |
| Development Cost Charge Bylaw - Parks Acquisition No. 2037 | October 28, 2024 |
| Development Cost Charge Bylaw - Park Improvement No. 1990 | October 10, 2023 |
| Development Permit Delegation Bylaw No. 2127 | September 28, 2026 |
| Land Use Applications Procedures Bylaw No. 427 | December 9, 2024 |
| Land Use Bylaw No. 151 | September 28, 2026 |
| Land Use Bylaw No. 151 SCHEDULE A - MAP | |
| Official Community Plan | September 23, 2027 |
| Off-Street Parking Bylaw No. 1909 | June 29, 2026 |
| Oil Burning & Storage Tanks Bylaw No. 785 | October 12, 2004 |
| Soil Deposit Bylaw No. 642 | April 11, 2005 |
| Soil Removal Regulation Bylaw No. 360 | November 13, 2012 |
| Street Numbering & Naming Bylaw No. 556 | December 18, 2000 |
| Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 2000 | March 25, 2024 |
| Traffic and Highway Regulation Bylaw No. 1134 | January 12, 2026 |