Answer: In the District Municipality of North Vancouver, British Columbia, tax rate: Class 1 Residential: 2.89458; Class 2 Utilities: 55.12458; Class 4 Major Industrial: 17.20254; Class 4 Capped Major Industrial: 30.92005; Class 4 Capped New Investment Major Industrial: 25.92005; Class 5 Light Industrial: 10.39911; Class 6 Business/Other: 9.01723; Class 8 Recreation (uncapped): 6.39165 (per $1,000 of assessed value). Source: 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw 8689, verified 2026-06-08.

2024 Tax Rates Bylaw 8689

Summary: Sets municipal property tax rates for the District of North Vancouver for 2024.

Class 1 Residential: 2.89458; Class 2 Utilities: 55.12458; Class 4 Major Industrial: 17.20254; Class 4 Capped Major Industrial: 30.92005; Class 4 Capped New Investment Major Industrial: 25.92005; Class 5 Light Industrial: 10.39911; Class 6 Business/Other: 9.01723; Class 8 Recreation (uncapped): 6.39165 (per $1,000 of assessed value)

"TOTAL TAX RATES" row, 2024 TAX RATES schedule


Answer: North Vancouver, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: The Regional Municipality of Northern Rockies, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Building Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Building Bylaw

Summary: Regulates building construction, permits, and standards within the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality.


Answer: In the Regional Municipality of Northern Rockies, British Columbia, licence required: True; who must license: All businesses including home occupations, peddlers, and solicitors of sales operating within the municipality; fee: Zone 2: $25 flat rate; Zone 1 varies by category: Contractors $50–$150; General Services/Retail $40; Professional/Manufacturing $100; Hotel/Motel/Apartments $40 + $2/room; Licensed Premises $125; Banks $150; Other Financial $200; Adult Entertainment $500; Body Rub Parlour/Escort Service/Exotic Dance $1500; Circus $100/day; etc.; renewal: Annual, January 1 to December 31; new businesses commencing after July 31 pay 50% of annual fee. Source: Business Licence and Regulation, verified 2026-06-08.

Business Licence and Regulation

Summary: Establishes licensing requirements and regulations for businesses operating within the municipality.

All businesses including home occupations, peddlers, and solicitors of sales operating within the municipality

Zone 2: $25 flat rate; Zone 1 varies by category: Contractors $50–$150; General Services/Retail $40; Professional/Manufacturing $100; Hotel/Motel/Apartments $40 + $2/room; Licensed Premises $125; Banks $150; Other Financial $200; Adult Entertainment $500; Body Rub Parlour/Escort Service/Exotic Dance $1500; Circus $100/day; etc.

Annual, January 1 to December 31; new businesses commencing after July 31 pay 50% of annual fee

s. 4(a) "No person shall carry on a business...without having first obtained a valid business license"

s. 4(a) "including home occupations and peddlers"; s. 4(b) "soliciting of sales...shall require a Business License"

Schedule "A"; s. 31(d) "business license fee for those businesses within Zone 2 - is a $25 flat rate"

s. 6(a) "Licenses shall be granted for a one-year period, to commence on the first day of January and terminate on the 31st day of December"; s. 6(b) "new business commences operation after July 31st...annual fee will be reduced by fifty percent"


Answer: The Regional Municipality of Northern Rockies, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Bylaw Enforcement; Bylaw Notice Enforcement, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw Enforcement

Summary: Establishes bylaw enforcement authority and procedures for the municipality.

Bylaw Notice Enforcement

Summary: Provides the notice enforcement mechanism for municipal bylaw contraventions, establishing ticketing and penalty procedures.

Bylaws and Policies

Summary: Index page listing municipal bylaws and policies for the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality.


Answer: Northern Rockies, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, construction hours: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on each day except Sunday (new permit); 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on each day except Sunday (renewal permit); exemptions: Emergency vehicles, warning signals, public meetings, church bells, authorized parades, urgent necessity works, Community Care Facilities.; fines: not more than $1,000.00; construction hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 o'clock in the morning and 7:00 o'clock in the afternoon. Source: Anti-Noise Bylaw 3210; Power Saws Regulation Bylaw 3152, verified 2026-06-08.

Anti-Noise Bylaw 3210

Summary: Prohibits and regulates excessive noise within the District of Oak Bay.

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on each day except Sunday (new permit); 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on each day except Sunday (renewal permit)

Emergency vehicles, warning signals, public meetings, church bells, authorized parades, urgent necessity works, Community Care Facilities.

"between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on each day except Sunday"; "between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on each day except Sunday"

"the use of bells or chimes by churches"

"a fine of not more than One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00)"

Power Saws Regulation Bylaw 3152

Summary: Regulates the operation of power saws to control noise disturbances in the District of Oak Bay.

Monday to Saturday, 8:00 o'clock in the morning and 7:00 o'clock in the afternoon

Operation within a dwelling house is exempt; power saws prohibited all day Sundays on beaches

"8:00 o'clock in the morning and 7:00 o'clock in the afternoon"

"unless such operation takes place within a dwelling house"


Answer: In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $39.00 neutered/spayed; $55.00 unneutered/unspayed; leash rule: dogs must be under full custody and control of a competent person by means of a chain or leash not exceeding 2.4 metres in length on any street and listed parks; max animals: no more than two dogs over four months of age per premises, except Guide Dogs and Service Dogs. Source: Animal Control Bylaw 4013, verified 2026-06-08.

Animal Control Bylaw 4013

Summary: Regulates the keeping, licensing, and control of animals within the District of Oak Bay.

$39.00 neutered/spayed; $55.00 unneutered/unspayed

dogs must be under full custody and control of a competent person by means of a chain or leash not exceeding 2.4 metres in length on any street and listed parks

no more than two dogs over four months of age per premises, except Guide Dogs and Service Dogs


Answer: The District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia has 5 adopted bylaws on file: Development Application Procedures Bylaw 4844 (Consolidated); Oak Bay Zoning Bylaw 3531 (Consolidated); Official Community Plan Bylaw 4942 (2025 Consolidated); Sign Bylaw 3946; Subdivision and Development Bylaw 3578, verified 2026-06-08.

Development Application Procedures Bylaw 4844 (Consolidated)

Summary: Establishes procedures for development permit and rezoning applications in the District of Oak Bay.

Oak Bay Zoning Bylaw 3531 (Consolidated)

Summary: Establishes zoning districts, permitted uses, and development standards for all land in Oak Bay.

Official Community Plan Bylaw 4942 (2025 Consolidated)

Summary: Establishes the long-term land use, development, and community vision for the District of Oak Bay.

Sign Bylaw 3946

Summary: Regulates the size, placement, and type of signs on properties and businesses in the District of Oak Bay.

Subdivision and Development Bylaw 3578

Summary: Regulates the subdivision of land and development standards in the District of Oak Bay.


Answer: The District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Parking Facilities Bylaw 3540 (Consolidated); Streets and Traffic Bylaw 4100 (2000 Consolidated), verified 2026-06-08.

Parking Facilities Bylaw 3540 (Consolidated)

Summary: Regulates municipal parking facilities and off-street parking in the District of Oak Bay.

Streets and Traffic Bylaw 4100 (2000 Consolidated)

Summary: Regulates traffic, parking, and use of streets and roads in the District of Oak Bay.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, standards: private trees, shrubs, and hedges on property adjoining a highway must be trimmed to prevent safety hazards, damage to roadway or utilities, or obstruction to public use; enforcement: notice served by corporation; if non-compliance within 5 days, corporation trims at owner's expense; costs added to taxes as arrears if unpaid by December 31; standards: Land must be kept clear of graffiti, filth, rubbish, derelict boats, derelict vehicles, brush, noxious weeds, or unsightly growths likely to spread or nuisance neighbours.; enforcement: Notice given; if no action within 14 days, Corporation remedies at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes.. Source: Hazardous Tree and Shrub Bylaw 3829; Rubbish and Weeds Bylaw 3938, verified 2026-06-08.

Hazardous Tree and Shrub Bylaw 3829

Summary: Requires removal or remediation of hazardous trees and shrubs on private property in Oak Bay.

private trees, shrubs, and hedges on property adjoining a highway must be trimmed to prevent safety hazards, damage to roadway or utilities, or obstruction to public use

notice served by corporation; if non-compliance within 5 days, corporation trims at owner's expense; costs added to taxes as arrears if unpaid by December 31

Rubbish and Weeds Bylaw 3938

Summary: Requires removal of rubbish, refuse, and noxious weeds from properties in the District of Oak Bay.

Land must be kept clear of graffiti, filth, rubbish, derelict boats, derelict vehicles, brush, noxious weeds, or unsightly growths likely to spread or nuisance neighbours.

Notice given; if no action within 14 days, Corporation remedies at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, sale or use restricted: sale, possession, and discharge of fireworks and firecrackers restricted; sale, possession, and discharge of pyrotechnic special effects fireworks restricted; permit available: Yes; fireworks permit issued pursuant to a resolution of Council (applied through the Fire Chief); pyrotechnics permit issued by the Fire Chief. Source: Firework Regulation Bylaw 4375, verified 2026-06-08.

Firework Regulation Bylaw 4375

Summary: Regulates the sale, possession, and discharge of fireworks in the District of Oak Bay.

sale, possession, and discharge of fireworks and firecrackers restricted; sale, possession, and discharge of pyrotechnic special effects fireworks restricted

Yes; fireworks permit issued pursuant to a resolution of Council (applied through the Fire Chief); pyrotechnics permit issued by the Fire Chief

"a fireworks permit issued under this Bylaw"; "unless that person holds a pyrotechnics permit issued under this"

"issued pursuant to a resolution of Council"; "Every application for a fireworks permit shall be made to Council through the Fire"; "The Fire Chief may issue a pyrotechnics permit"


Answer: In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, connection mandatory: True; fines: not less than $200.00 and not more than $2,000.00; billing basis: metered based on volume of water delivered; $11.81 per unit (2,832 litres) of water delivered (municipal $3.71 + regional $8.10); residential premises without garden meter multiplied by 0.60; billing basis: metered; non-apartments: $0.92/day availability charge plus $4.57 per one hundred (100) cubic feet; apartments (more than 2 units): $0.46/day per suite plus $4.57 per 100 cubic feet; 5% late penalty after 45 days. Source: Public Sewer Bylaw 3891 (Consolidated); Sewer User Charge Bylaw 4392; Water Rate Bylaw 3370 (1981 Consolidated), verified 2026-06-08.

Public Sewer Bylaw 3891 (Consolidated)

Summary: Regulates connections to and use of the public sewer system in the District of Oak Bay.

not less than $200.00 and not more than $2,000.00

Sewer User Charge Bylaw 4392

Summary: Establishes user charges for connection to and use of the municipal sewer system in Oak Bay.

metered based on volume of water delivered; $11.81 per unit (2,832 litres) of water delivered (municipal $3.71 + regional $8.10); residential premises without garden meter multiplied by 0.60

Water Rate Bylaw 3370 (1981 Consolidated)

Summary: Establishes rates for municipal water supply and service in the District of Oak Bay.

metered; non-apartments: $0.92/day availability charge plus $4.57 per one hundred (100) cubic feet; apartments (more than 2 units): $0.46/day per suite plus $4.57 per 100 cubic feet; 5% late penalty after 45 days


Answer: In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, licence required: True; who must license: every person owning or operating any business within the Municipality including commercial, home-based, non-resident, direct sellers, and short-term rentals; fee: Home Based Business $50.00; Short-Term Rental $100.00; Commercial 0–1,000 sq ft minimum $100.00; maximum $2,000.00; renewal: annual; commences January 1, terminates December 31; half fee if business commences after June 30. Source: Business Licence Bylaw 3603, verified 2026-06-08.

Business Licence Bylaw 3603

Summary: Requires and regulates business licences for commercial operations within the District of Oak Bay.

every person owning or operating any business within the Municipality including commercial, home-based, non-resident, direct sellers, and short-term rentals

Home Based Business $50.00; Short-Term Rental $100.00; Commercial 0–1,000 sq ft minimum $100.00; maximum $2,000.00

annual; commences January 1, terminates December 31; half fee if business commences after June 30

not less than $200.00 and not more than $10,000.00


Answer: In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, schedule scope: Miscellaneous municipal services including tax certificates, electors list, dishonoured cheques, summary tax statements, and custom works; notable fees: List of Registered Electors $10/copy; Tax Certificate $20; Tax Notice $3; Dishonoured Cheque $20; Summary Statement of Taxes $10/folio; custom works 18% surcharge on cost; schedule scope: amenity cost charges for subdivisions and building permits for social, cultural, heritage, recreational, environmental amenities; notable fees: Low-Density Residential $9,465/lot or unit; Medium Density Residential $6,441/unit; High Density Residential $3,921/unit; Commercial $6.16/m2 GFA; Industrial $2.52/m2 GFA; Institutional $6.16/m2 GFA. Source: Administrative Charges Bylaw 4008; Amenity Cost Charge Bylaw 4892; Development Cost Charge Bylaw 4891 (2024), verified 2026-06-08.

Administrative Charges Bylaw 4008

Summary: Establishes administrative charges and fees for municipal services and bylaw-related costs in Oak Bay.

Miscellaneous municipal services including tax certificates, electors list, dishonoured cheques, summary tax statements, and custom works

List of Registered Electors $10/copy; Tax Certificate $20; Tax Notice $3; Dishonoured Cheque $20; Summary Statement of Taxes $10/folio; custom works 18% surcharge on cost

"A Bylaw to levy fees and charges for miscellaneous services provided by the Municipality"

"fee of Ten Dollars ($10.00) per copy"; "for a Tax Certificate for"; "fee of Twenty Dollars ($20.00)"; "additional charge of eighteen percent (18%)"

Amenity Cost Charge Bylaw 4892

Summary: Establishes amenity cost charges levied on new development to fund community amenities in Oak Bay.

amenity cost charges for subdivisions and building permits for social, cultural, heritage, recreational, environmental amenities

Low-Density Residential $9,465/lot or unit; Medium Density Residential $6,441/unit; High Density Residential $3,921/unit; Commercial $6.16/m2 GFA; Industrial $2.52/m2 GFA; Institutional $6.16/m2 GFA

Development Cost Charge Bylaw 4891 (2024)

Summary: Establishes development cost charges imposed on new development to fund infrastructure in Oak Bay.

development cost charges for subdivisions and building permits — transportation, sewer, water, drainage, parks, fire, police

Low-Density Residential $26,187/lot or unit; Medium Density Residential $16,747/unit; High Density Residential $10,871/unit; Commercial $84.08/m2 GFA; Industrial $45.23/m2 GFA; Institutional $84.08/m2 GFA


Answer: In the District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia, due dates: July 2; penalty interest: 10% of unpaid portion after due date; penalty abated by 10% of Home Owner Grant if grant applied by first Monday in September; tax rate: Code 24: $2.53/ft per year; Code 36: $3.68/ft per year; Code 40: $4.16/ft per year (boulevard maintenance charge). Source: Alternative Tax Collection Bylaw 4821; Boulevard Frontage Tax Bylaw 3416, verified 2026-06-08.

Alternative Tax Collection Bylaw 4821

Summary: Provides an alternative method for collecting municipal taxes in Oak Bay.

10% of unpaid portion after due date; penalty abated by 10% of Home Owner Grant if grant applied by first Monday in September

Boulevard Frontage Tax Bylaw 3416

Summary: Levies a frontage tax on properties fronting boulevards for maintenance costs in Oak Bay.

Code 24: $2.53/ft per year; Code 36: $3.68/ft per year; Code 40: $4.16/ft per year (boulevard maintenance charge)


Answer: The District Municipality of Oak Bay, British Columbia has 18 adopted bylaws on file: Advisory Planning Commission Bylaw 4772; Beach Drive Housing Agreement Bylaw 4909; Building and Plumbing Bylaw 4247; Burglar Alarm Bylaw 3832; Business Improvement Area Bylaw 4879; Council Remuneration Bylaw 4966; Driveway Access Bylaw 3550 (Consolidated); Emergency Program Bylaw 4890; Fire Prevention and Life Safety Bylaw 4919; Fire Services Operational Bylaw 4920; Low-Speed Electric Powered Vehicle Bylaw 4421; Oil Burning Equipment and Fuel Tank Regulation Bylaw 4144 (2002); Parks and Beaches Bylaw 4672 (2017 Consolidated); Pesticide Regulation Bylaw 4518 (2011); Screens and Fences Bylaw 3536; Smoke Alarm Bylaw 3805; Tree Protection Bylaw 4742 (2020 Consolidated, 2025); Uplands Bylaw 3545, verified 2026-06-08.

Advisory Planning Commission Bylaw 4772

Summary: Establishes the Advisory Planning Commission and its terms of reference in the District of Oak Bay.

Beach Drive Housing Agreement Bylaw 4909

Summary: Authorizes a housing agreement for a specific property at 1558 Beach Drive in Oak Bay.

Building and Plumbing Bylaw 4247

Summary: Regulates building construction, plumbing installations, and related permits in Oak Bay.

Burglar Alarm Bylaw 3832

Summary: Regulates burglar and security alarm systems and responses within the District of Oak Bay.

Business Improvement Area Bylaw 4879

Summary: Establishes the Business Improvement Area and its governance structure in Oak Bay.

Council Remuneration Bylaw 4966

Summary: Establishes remuneration and expense allowances for elected council members in Oak Bay.

Driveway Access Bylaw 3550 (Consolidated)

Summary: Regulates driveway access points and construction on public roads in Oak Bay.

Emergency Program Bylaw 4890

Summary: Establishes the emergency management program, roles, and response framework for the District of Oak Bay.

Fire Prevention and Life Safety Bylaw 4919

Summary: Establishes fire prevention standards and life safety requirements for buildings and properties in Oak Bay.

Fire Services Operational Bylaw 4920

Summary: Governs the operations, powers, and procedures of the Oak Bay fire services department.

Low-Speed Electric Powered Vehicle Bylaw 4421

Summary: Regulates the operation of low-speed electric powered vehicles on municipal roads and pathways in Oak Bay.

Oil Burning Equipment and Fuel Tank Regulation Bylaw 4144 (2002)

Summary: Regulates oil-burning equipment and fuel storage tanks to control emissions and fire hazards in Oak Bay.

Parks and Beaches Bylaw 4672 (2017 Consolidated)

Summary: Regulates the use and conduct within parks and beaches in the District of Oak Bay.

Pesticide Regulation Bylaw 4518 (2011)

Summary: Regulates the use and application of pesticides on properties within the District of Oak Bay.

Screens and Fences Bylaw 3536

Summary: Regulates the installation and maintenance of screens and fences on properties in Oak Bay.

Smoke Alarm Bylaw 3805

Summary: Requires installation and maintenance of smoke alarms in residential and commercial buildings in Oak Bay.

Tree Protection Bylaw 4742 (2020 Consolidated, 2025)

Summary: Regulates the protection, removal, and replacement of trees on private and public land in Oak Bay.

Uplands Bylaw 3545

Summary: Establishes specific land use and building restrictions for the Uplands neighbourhood in Oak Bay.

Bylaws and Policies

Summary: Index of all Oak Bay municipal bylaws and policies.


Answer: Oak Bay, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: The Town of Oliver, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Smoke Free Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Smoke Free Bylaw

Summary: Prohibits smoking in designated public places and spaces within the Town of Oliver.


Answer: The Town of Oliver, British Columbia has 1 adopted policy on file: Town of Oliver Council Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Policy.

Oliver's AI policy reaches fruition (Penticton Herald)

Summary: Town of Oliver Council unanimously adopted its AI Usage Policy on April 27, 2026; permits only Microsoft Copilot on Town devices, bans open generative AI, defines confidential/personal/sensitive data protections.

Reality of AI policy proves challenging (draft AI Usage Policy at April 7 COW)

Summary: Covers the draft AI Usage Policy presented to Oliver's April 7, 2026 Committee of the Whole, approved for further discussion before final adoption.

AI concerns create policy prerogative for Oliver (Oct 27, 2025 COW interim ban)

Summary: Oct 27, 2025 COW decision directing staff to draft an appropriate-use AI policy and temporarily banning open generative AI, relying only on Microsoft Copilot.

Town of Oliver Council Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Policy

Summary: Town of Oliver's adopted Council Policy (Corporate Services), 'Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Policy'. States Microsoft Copilot within the Town's Microsoft 365 environment is the only approved AI tool for staff, elected officials and contractors; all other AI tools prohibited unless expressly approved in writing. Adopted by Council April 27, 2026.

Regular Open Council Meeting Agenda - April 27, 2026 (Item: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Policy)

Summary: Official April 27, 2026 Regular Open Council agenda containing agenda item 'Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Policy' with the policy (v2) attachment and council report; this is the meeting at which the policy was adopted.


Answer: In the Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia, construction hours: 7:00 AM–8:00 PM Monday–Saturday; 8:00 AM–8:00 PM Sunday; exemptions: Emergency vehicles, emergency works, farm operations, lawful trade/industry, highway maintenance, residential household equipment; fines: not more than $10,000.00. Source: Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 1277, 2011, verified 2026-06-08.

Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 1277, 2011

Summary: Regulates noise, nuisance, and disturbances to maintain community standards in the Town of Osoyoos.

7:00 AM–8:00 PM Monday–Saturday; 8:00 AM–8:00 PM Sunday

Emergency vehicles, emergency works, farm operations, lawful trade/industry, highway maintenance, residential household equipment


Answer: In the Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $60.00 unaltered; $30.00 spayed/neutered; leash rule: must be on leash in public; off-leash permitted in designated Dog Park or Swim Area during designated times; max animals: 2 dogs, 2 cats over 6 months per household. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 1316, 2016 (Consolidated), verified 2026-06-08.

Animal Control Bylaw No. 1316, 2016 (Consolidated)

Summary: Regulates the licensing, control, and impoundment of animals in the Town of Osoyoos.

$60.00 unaltered; $30.00 spayed/neutered

must be on leash in public; off-leash permitted in designated Dog Park or Swim Area during designated times

2 dogs, 2 cats over 6 months per household

Schedule C (as amended by Amendment Bylaw 1316.02, 2021)


Answer: The Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia has 6 adopted bylaws on file: Building Code Administration Bylaw No. 1251, 2009; Land Use Procedures (LUP) Bylaw No. 1235, 2007; Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1375, 2022; Street Naming and Building Numbering Bylaw No. 1227, 2007; Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1100, 1998; Zoning Bylaw No. 1395, 2024, verified 2026-06-08.

Building Code Administration Bylaw No. 1251, 2009

Summary: Establishes administration of the BC Building Code and building permit requirements in Osoyoos.

Land Use Procedures (LUP) Bylaw No. 1235, 2007

Summary: Establishes procedures for land use applications, rezoning, and development approvals in Osoyoos.

Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1375, 2022

Summary: Establishes the long-term land use vision, policies, and designations for the Town of Osoyoos.

Street Naming and Building Numbering Bylaw No. 1227, 2007

Summary: Establishes rules for street naming and property address numbering in the Town of Osoyoos.

Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1100, 1998

Summary: Establishes servicing requirements for subdivision and development in the Town of Osoyoos.

Zoning Bylaw No. 1395, 2024

Summary: Establishes zoning districts, land uses, and development standards for all lands in Osoyoos.


Answer: In the Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia, fines: not more than fifty thousand dollars (50,000.00) plus the cost of prosecution for each offence; winter parking ban: No person shall park any boat trailer or utility trailer upon any street overnight between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.; no person shall park any motor home or trailer upon any street unless in emergency situations or for loading/unloading (motor home only up to 2 hours while doing business in Town). No seasonal/winter-specific parking ban stated.; sidewalk clearing: Owner or occupier must remove snow, ice or rubbish from sidewalk and footpaths bordering their property within 24 hours in residential areas, and no later than 10:00 a.m. each day in commercial areas, of the accumulation.; fines: not more than two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) plus the cost of prosecution for each offence. Source: Off-Street Public Parking Regulation Bylaw No. 1274, 2010; Traffic Bylaw No. 1256, 2009, verified 2026-06-08.

Off-Street Public Parking Regulation Bylaw No. 1274, 2010

Summary: Regulates off-street public parking lots and facilities in the Town of Osoyoos.

not more than fifty thousand dollars (50,000.00) plus the cost of prosecution for each offence

Traffic Bylaw No. 1256, 2009

Summary: Regulates traffic movement, parking, and road use within the Town of Osoyoos.

No person shall park any boat trailer or utility trailer upon any street overnight between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.; no person shall park any motor home or trailer upon any street unless in emergency situations or for loading/unloading (motor home only up to 2 hours while doing business in Town). No seasonal/winter-specific parking ban stated.

Owner or occupier must remove snow, ice or rubbish from sidewalk and footpaths bordering their property within 24 hours in residential areas, and no later than 10:00 a.m. each day in commercial areas, of the accumulation.

not more than two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) plus the cost of prosecution for each offence

"park any boat trailer or utility trailer"; "upon any street overnight between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m."; "park any motor home, trailer"

"remove snow, ice or rubbish from the sidewalk and footpaths"; "24 hours in residential areas"; "no later than 10:00 a.m. each day in commercial areas"

"a fine of not more than two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) plus the cost of prosecution"


Answer: The Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Safe Premises Bylaw No. 1249, verified 2026-06-08.

Safe Premises Bylaw No. 1249

Summary: Requires property owners to maintain safe and secure premises, addressing unsightly or hazardous conditions in Osoyoos.


Answer: In the Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia, billing basis: flat; connection mandatory: True; billing basis: flat or metered; billing basis: flat. Source: Osoyoos Water District Rates and Regulations Bylaw No. 1357, 2019; Sewer Regulations and Rates Bylaw No. 1389, 2023; Water Regulations and Rates Bylaw No. 1388, 2023, verified 2026-06-08.

Osoyoos Water District Rates and Regulations Bylaw No. 1357, 2019

Summary: Governs the Osoyoos Water District rates, regulations, and water service delivery.

s. 3(2): "The flat rates to be paid by the users"

Sewer Regulations and Rates Bylaw No. 1389, 2023

Summary: Regulates the sewer system, connections, and establishes user rates in the Town of Osoyoos.

Schedule "B", Table 1 (FLAT RATES); s. 1.10–1.11 (METERED RATES)

Water Conservation and Staged Restrictions Bylaw No. 1273, 2011

Summary: Establishes staged water use restrictions and conservation measures in the Town of Osoyoos.

Water Regulations and Rates Bylaw No. 1388, 2023

Summary: Regulates the municipal water system and establishes water service rates in Osoyoos.


Answer: In the Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia, collection schedule: Regularly scheduled garbage and recycling collection; yard waste collected spring and fall; sorting required: True; container or bag limit: Maximum one container not exceeding 80 litres per collection day; excess requires Town-issued tags at $4.25/tag; accepted or banned: Accepted: tin/aluminum, glass, newspapers, cardboard, mixed paper, all plastics except Styrofoam. Banned: ignitable, radioactive, reactive, hazardous waste. Source: Waste Management Service and Regulations Bylaw No. 1370, 2020, verified 2026-06-08.

Waste Management Service and Regulations Bylaw No. 1370, 2020

Summary: Regulates waste collection, disposal, and recycling services in the Town of Osoyoos.

Regularly scheduled garbage and recycling collection; yard waste collected spring and fall

Maximum one container not exceeding 80 litres per collection day; excess requires Town-issued tags at $4.25/tag

Accepted: tin/aluminum, glass, newspapers, cardboard, mixed paper, all plastics except Styrofoam. Banned: ignitable, radioactive, reactive, hazardous waste

$209.21 per residential dwelling per year for combined Garbage Collection and Recycle Collection

s. 5: "regularly-scheduled collection of residential garbage plus a spring and fall collection of Yard Waste"

s. 4(g)(iii): "All owners and occupiers of Mandatory Recycling Collection Properties must pay for and participate in the Recycling Service"

s. 5(d)–(e): "maximum amount of garbage collected...shall not exceed one container, with a total volume not greater than 80 litres"

s. 2 definitions "Recyclable Materials" and "Prohibited Waste"

Schedule "A" (Bylaw 1370.05, 2025): "$209.21 / residential dwelling / year"


Answer: The Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Sign Bylaw No. 1282, 2012, verified 2026-06-08.

Sign Bylaw No. 1282, 2012

Summary: Regulates the placement, size, and type of signs on properties and businesses in Osoyoos.


Answer: In the Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia, schedule scope: Administrative fees for Town information and services (Schedule A) and Fire Department services (Schedule B), Town of Osoyoos; notable fees: Photocopy $0.50/page B&W; returned cheque $20.00; water turn on/off after hours $152.00; EV charging $2.00/hr; special event permit $25.00; illegal burning response $300.00; schedule scope: Recreation services fees and charges for arena, gymnasium, playing fields, parks, memberships, bus rental, advertising, and miscellaneous equipment in Osoyoos; notable fees: Arena adult drop-in $7.00; recreation facility adult daily $7.00; adult annual pass $419.00; family pass $741.00; marina regular slip $2,000/season; commercial event gymnasium $86.00/hr. Source: Administrative Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1331, 2017; Recreation Services Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1180, 2002, verified 2026-06-08.

Administrative Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1331, 2017

Summary: Establishes administrative fees and charges for municipal services and applications in Osoyoos.

Administrative fees for Town information and services (Schedule A) and Fire Department services (Schedule B), Town of Osoyoos

Photocopy $0.50/page B&W; returned cheque $20.00; water turn on/off after hours $152.00; EV charging $2.00/hr; special event permit $25.00; illegal burning response $300.00

s. 2; s. 3; Schedule "A" - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES; Schedule "B" - Fire Department Services

Recreation Services Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1180, 2002

Summary: Establishes fees and charges for recreational programs and facilities in Osoyoos.

Recreation services fees and charges for arena, gymnasium, playing fields, parks, memberships, bus rental, advertising, and miscellaneous equipment in Osoyoos

Arena adult drop-in $7.00; recreation facility adult daily $7.00; adult annual pass $419.00; family pass $741.00; marina regular slip $2,000/season; commercial event gymnasium $86.00/hr

Schedule "A" — "A Bylaw for the purpose of establishing fees and charges for recreation services"

Schedule "A" Recreation Department Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1180.13, 2025

"Effective June 1, 2025" — Schedule "A" column header


Answer: In the Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia, tax rate: $17.13 per parcel. Source: Museum Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 1300, 2013, verified 2026-06-08.

Museum Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 1300, 2013

Summary: Levies a parcel tax to fund the Osoyoos museum operations.


Answer: The Town of Osoyoos, British Columbia has 10 adopted bylaws on file: Council Indemnity Bylaw No. 1345, 2018; Council Procedure Bylaw No. 1367, 2020; Delegation of Authority Bylaw No. 1292, 2019; Elections Regulation Bylaw No. 1332, 2017; Freedom of Information Bylaw No. 1193, 2003; Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 1343, 2018; Municipal Ticketing Information System Bylaw No. 1279; Public Moorage Regulations Bylaw No. 1287, 2012; Road Closure Disposition (45th Street) Bylaw No. 1260; Soil Deposit and Removal Bylaw No. 1275, 2011, verified 2026-06-08.

Council Indemnity Bylaw No. 1345, 2018

Summary: Provides indemnification and insurance coverage for elected officials and council members in Osoyoos.

Council Procedure Bylaw No. 1367, 2020

Summary: Establishes rules and procedures for council meetings and decision-making in Osoyoos.

Delegation of Authority Bylaw No. 1292, 2019

Summary: Delegates specific decision-making authority from council to staff and officers in Osoyoos.

Elections Regulation Bylaw No. 1332, 2017

Summary: Establishes regulations governing municipal election procedures in Osoyoos.

Freedom of Information Bylaw No. 1193, 2003

Summary: Establishes procedures for freedom of information requests and personal information protection in Osoyoos.

Housing Agreement Bylaw No. 1343, 2018

Summary: Authorizes a housing agreement to secure affordable or restricted housing in Osoyoos.

Municipal Ticketing Information System Bylaw No. 1279

Summary: Establishes the municipal ticketing system for enforcement of bylaw infractions in Osoyoos.

Public Moorage Regulations Bylaw No. 1287, 2012

Summary: Regulates public moorage and use of boat docking facilities on Osoyoos Lake.

Road Closure Disposition (45th Street) Bylaw No. 1260

Summary: Authorizes the closure and disposition of a portion of 45th Street road allowance in Osoyoos.

Soil Deposit and Removal Bylaw No. 1275, 2011

Summary: Regulates the deposit and removal of soil and fill material on lands within Osoyoos.


Answer: Osoyoos, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the City of Parksville, British Columbia, quiet hours: 11:00 pm and 7:00 am daily; construction hours: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday; 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sundays and Statutory Holidays; exemptions: Emergency vehicles, warning signals, utilities, church bells, essential services, emergency measures, authorized events/projects, heating/cooling systems, Administrator approved work.; fines: $100.00-$2,000.00. Source: Bylaw 1432 – Noise, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw 1432 – Noise

Summary: Establishes noise standards and prohibitions to limit disturbances from excessive sound in Parksville.

7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday; 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sundays and Statutory Holidays

Emergency vehicles, warning signals, utilities, church bells, essential services, emergency measures, authorized events/projects, heating/cooling systems, Administrator approved work.


Answer: In the City of Parksville, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: No person shall permit a dog to be at large within the City except in designated off leash areas.; max animals: 3 dogs over 4 months; 3 pets of any one species. Source: Bylaw 1524 – Animal Control, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw 1524 – Animal Control

Summary: Regulates animal ownership, licensing, leashing, and control of dogs and other animals within the City of Parksville.

No person shall permit a dog to be at large within the City except in designated off leash areas.

3 dogs over 4 months; 3 pets of any one species


Answer: In the City of Parksville, British Columbia, permit required: True; permit issuer: Fire Chief of the City of Parksville; allowed conditions: Exemptions include BBQs, outdoor fireplaces, beach fires, campfires, fire dept training, ecosystem management, and agricultural clearing waste with approval between October 15 and November 15.; fines: not exceeding Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00). Source: Bylaw 1428 - Outdoor Burning, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw 1428 - Outdoor Burning

Summary: Regulates outdoor burning, open fires, and related activities within City of Parksville boundaries.

Exemptions include BBQs, outdoor fireplaces, beach fires, campfires, fire dept training, ecosystem management, and agricultural clearing waste with approval between October 15 and November 15.

not exceeding Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00)


Answer: The City of Parksville, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Bylaw 1387 - Building, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw 1387 - Building

Summary: Establishes building permit requirements, construction standards, and inspection procedures for buildings and structures in Parksville.


Answer: In the City of Parksville, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits untidy accumulation of filth, discarded materials, refuse, graffiti, improperly stored items, noxious weeds, and unsightly growth exceeding height limits on real property.; enforcement: Owner shall remove unsightly accumulations; City may enter and remove at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to taxes; penalty not exceeding $2,000.00.. Source: Bylaw 1383 – Property Maintenance, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw 1383 – Property Maintenance

Summary: Sets standards for property maintenance and prohibits unsightly, hazardous, or neglected premises in Parksville.

Prohibits untidy accumulation of filth, discarded materials, refuse, graffiti, improperly stored items, noxious weeds, and unsightly growth exceeding height limits on real property.

Owner shall remove unsightly accumulations; City may enter and remove at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to taxes; penalty not exceeding $2,000.00.


Answer: In the City of Parksville, British Columbia, sale or use restricted: Sale of fireworks prohibited; possession, discharge, use of consumer fireworks prohibited; display fireworks prohibited without permit; permit available: Fireworks Event Permit issued by the Fire Chief. Source: Bylaw 1427 - Fireworks, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw 1427 - Fireworks

Summary: Regulates the discharge and sale of fireworks within the City of Parksville.

Sale of fireworks prohibited; possession, discharge, use of consumer fireworks prohibited; display fireworks prohibited without permit

Fireworks Event Permit issued by the Fire Chief


Answer: Parksville, British Columbia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-08.

Bylaw 1436.3 – Traffic

Summary: Regulates traffic movement, rules of the road, and related matters on municipal roads in Parksville.

Bylaw 1484 – Tree Management

Summary: Regulates the removal, protection, and management of trees on private and public lands in Parksville.

Bylaw 1523 - Parks and Public Open Spaces

Summary: Governs use, activities, and conduct in municipal parks and public open spaces in Parksville.

Bylaw 1542 - False Alarms

Summary: Regulates and penalizes false alarms from security and fire alarm systems in Parksville.

Bylaws and Compliance

Summary: Landing page listing Parksville's bylaws and bylaw compliance information.


Answer: Parksville, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Peachland, British Columbia, construction hours: Mon-Fri 7am-9pm, Sat 10am-9pm, Sun/Holidays 10am-6pm; exemptions: Municipal vehicles, emergency services, church bells, zoned industries, emergency work, and permitted races or events.; fines: $50.00-$500.00; construction hours: before 07.00 hours or after 21.00 hours Monday to Saturday; before 10.00 hours or after 18.00 hours Sunday or holiday. Source: Bylaw No. 1330 - Noise Bylaw - Consolidated; Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 2178, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw No. 1330 - Noise Bylaw - Consolidated

Summary: Consolidated noise abatement bylaw regulating permissible noise levels and prohibited noise activities in the District of Peachland.

Mon-Fri 7am-9pm, Sat 10am-9pm, Sun/Holidays 10am-6pm

Municipal vehicles, emergency services, church bells, zoned industries, emergency work, and permitted races or events.

Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 2178

Summary: Regulates nuisance behaviours including noise, unsightly conditions, and neighbour disturbances in Peachland.

before 07.00 hours or after 21.00 hours Monday to Saturday; before 10.00 hours or after 18.00 hours Sunday or holiday

Emergency works; District/public vehicles; fire, police, ambulance; zoning-compliant business/industry; normal farm practices under Farm Practices Protection Act.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Peachland, British Columbia, permit required: True; permit issuer: Fire Chief, or Officer in Command; allowed conditions: Permit required; land >= 1 hectare; permitted materials only; 7am-sunset (campfire till 11:30pm); 30m separation; no nuisance; good air quality; supervised.; fines: not less than Fifty Dollars ($50.00) or more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00). Source: Consolidated Bylaw 1718 Fire and Life Safety & Smoke Regulatory Control.pdf, verified 2026-06-08.

Consolidated Bylaw 1718 Fire and Life Safety & Smoke Regulatory Control.pdf

Summary: Consolidated bylaw regulating fire safety, life safety standards, and smoke/open burning controls in the District of Peachland.

Permit required; land >= 1 hectare; permitted materials only; 7am-sunset (campfire till 11:30pm); 30m separation; no nuisance; good air quality; supervised.

not less than Fifty Dollars ($50.00) or more than Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00)


Answer: The District Municipality of Peachland, British Columbia has 4 adopted bylaws on file: Development Application Procedures Bylaw; Official Community Plan; Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw; Zoning Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Development Application Procedures Bylaw

Summary: Sets out procedures and requirements for development permit applications in the District of Peachland.

Official Community Plan

Summary: Peachland's Official Community Plan bylaw setting long-range land use policies and community development objectives.

Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw

Summary: Regulates subdivision design and required servicing infrastructure standards for new development in Peachland.

Zoning Bylaw

Summary: Establishes land use zones, permitted uses, setbacks, and development regulations throughout Peachland.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Peachland, British Columbia, connection mandatory: True. Source: consolidated bylaw 1486 sewer user regulation.pdf, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw 1688 water restrictions consolidated.pdf

Summary: Consolidated water use regulations bylaw governing outdoor water use restrictions and conservation measures in Peachland.

Bylaw 1854 Cross Connection Control Bylaw

Summary: Regulates cross-connection control and backflow prevention to protect the municipal water supply in Peachland.

consolidated bylaw 1486 sewer user regulation.pdf

Summary: Consolidated sewer user regulation bylaw governing sewer system connections, usage, and user fees in Peachland.


Answer: Peachland, British Columbia has no business licences & permits bylaw on record as of 2026-06-08.

bylaw 1857 mobile business license scheme.pdf

Summary: Regulates the licensing of mobile businesses operating within the District of Peachland.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Peachland, British Columbia, schedule scope: Fees for development applications, subdivisions, building permits, licences, and tree cutting permits as specified in Schedules 1 to 5.; notable fees: Building permit application $150; permit fees 1.2% of actual construction value + surcharge; business licence $125 per year; tree cutting permit $50.; schedule scope: Development cost charges for Road, Water Transmission, Water Treatment, Sewage Systems, and Parks.; notable fees: Single Detached Residential $26,689 Per Lot; Multi-family Residential $19,575 Per Unit; Commercial $48.75 Per floor area in m2; Industrial $46.40 Per floor area in m2; Institutional $9,807 Per bed.. Source: Development Application & Licence Fees Bylaw; Development Cost Charges Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Development Application & Licence Fees Bylaw

Summary: Establishes fees for development applications, licences, and related municipal services in Peachland.

Fees for development applications, subdivisions, building permits, licences, and tree cutting permits as specified in Schedules 1 to 5.

Building permit application $150; permit fees 1.2% of actual construction value + surcharge; business licence $125 per year; tree cutting permit $50.

Schedule 1 Item 1, 2(a); Schedule 4 Item 2; Schedule 5 Item 1

Development Cost Charges Bylaw

Summary: Sets development cost charges levied on new development to fund capital infrastructure in Peachland.

Development cost charges for Road, Water Transmission, Water Treatment, Sewage Systems, and Parks.

Single Detached Residential $26,689 Per Lot; Multi-family Residential $19,575 Per Unit; Commercial $48.75 Per floor area in m2; Industrial $46.40 Per floor area in m2; Institutional $9,807 Per bed.


Answer: Peachland, British Columbia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-08.

Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw

Summary: Establishes a bylaw notice enforcement system and ticketing procedures for bylaw contraventions in Peachland.

Bylaws & Policies

Summary: Index page listing Peachland's bylaws and council policies.

Consolidated Bylaw 1701 Cemetery.pdf

Summary: Consolidated cemetery bylaw governing the operation and administration of municipal cemeteries in Peachland.

Consolidated Bylaw 1826 Controlled Substances.pdf

Summary: Regulates the remediation of properties contaminated by controlled substance production in Peachland.

bylaw 1856 traffic regulation consolidated.pdf

Summary: Consolidated traffic regulation bylaw governing vehicle movement, parking, and road use in Peachland.


Answer: Peachland, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the Village of Pemberton, British Columbia, quiet hours: 11:00pm to 7:00am on weekdays/Saturdays; 11:00pm to 9:00am on holidays; construction hours: Mon–Fri 7:00am–8:00pm; Saturday 8:00am–8:00pm; holidays 10:00am–4:00pm; exemptions: Emergency vehicles, permitted public events, municipal works, snow removal, normal farm practices, aeronautics, public transit, blasting; fines: $50,000 maximum (Offence Act); $1,000 maximum (Municipal Ticket). Source: Noise Regulation Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Noise Regulation Bylaw

Summary: Regulates noise levels and prohibited noise activities within the Village of Pemberton.

11:00pm to 7:00am on weekdays/Saturdays; 11:00pm to 9:00am on holidays

Mon–Fri 7:00am–8:00pm; Saturday 8:00am–8:00pm; holidays 10:00am–4:00pm

Emergency vehicles, permitted public events, municipal works, snow removal, normal farm practices, aeronautics, public transit, blasting

$50,000 maximum (Offence Act); $1,000 maximum (Municipal Ticket)

"from 7:00am to 11:00pm on a weekday or Saturday"

"between the hours of 7:00am and 8:00pm on any day from Monday to Friday"

"The following activities or sources of noise are exempt from the provisions of this"


Answer: In the Village of Pemberton, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Owner shall ensure dog does not run at large within the Village; not required on leash in designated off-leash areas.; max animals: three (3) dogs; fines: maximum of $50,000; maximum of $1,000; maximum authorized under that Act. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Animal Control Bylaw

Summary: Regulates the ownership, licensing, and control of animals, including dogs, within the Village of Pemberton.

Owner shall ensure dog does not run at large within the Village; not required on leash in designated off-leash areas.

maximum of $50,000; maximum of $1,000; maximum authorized under that Act


Answer: The Village of Pemberton, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Zoning Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Zoning Bylaw

Summary: Establishes land use zones, permitted uses, and development regulations in the Village of Pemberton.


Answer: In the Village of Pemberton, British Columbia, winter parking ban: 24 hours per day, Monday through Sunday, from November 15th of each year to March 31st of the succeeding year; no parking on even number side of highway; fines: fine to a maximum of $50,000; fine to a maximum of $1,000. Source: Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw

Summary: Regulates parking, traffic control, and road use on municipal roads in Pemberton.

24 hours per day, Monday through Sunday, from November 15th of each year to March 31st of the succeeding year; no parking on even number side of highway

fine to a maximum of $50,000; fine to a maximum of $1,000


Answer: In the Village of Pemberton, British Columbia, standards: Prohibits accumulation of rubbish, filth, discarded materials, grass exceeding 30 centimetres, or allowing property to remain untidy or unsightly.; enforcement: Municipality may issue notice requiring compliance within 14 days; if failed, Municipality may effect compliance at the expense of the person, adding costs to taxes.. Source: Unsightly Premises Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Unsightly Premises Bylaw

Summary: Sets standards prohibiting unsightly, dangerous, or neglected premises in the Village of Pemberton.

Prohibits accumulation of rubbish, filth, discarded materials, grass exceeding 30 centimetres, or allowing property to remain untidy or unsightly.

Municipality may issue notice requiring compliance within 14 days; if failed, Municipality may effect compliance at the expense of the person, adding costs to taxes.


Answer: The Village of Pemberton, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Outdoor Water Use Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Outdoor Water Use Bylaw

Summary: Regulates outdoor water use and seasonal water restrictions within the Village of Pemberton.


Answer: In the Village of Pemberton, British Columbia, licence required: True; who must license: Any person carrying on Business in the Village, Resident or Non-Resident, unless exempted.; renewal: annual, expires December 31. Source: Business Licences Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Business Licences Bylaw

Summary: Establishes requirements and procedures for business licences in the Village of Pemberton.

Any person carrying on Business in the Village, Resident or Non-Resident, unless exempted.


Answer: In the Village of Pemberton, British Columbia, schedule scope: Development Cost Charges for Wastewater System, Water System, Roads, Park Land and Drainage; notable fees: Single Family Lot $ 5,356.93*; Single Family Small Lot $ 4,024.68*; Townhouse Dwelling $ 3,487.54*; Apartment Dwelling $ 2,317.25*; Commercial Sq.m FA $ 24.64*; effective date: October 15, 2013. Source: Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 723, 2013 (Consolidated), verified 2026-06-08.

Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 723, 2013 (Consolidated)

Summary: Sets consolidated development cost charges payable by developers to fund capital infrastructure in Pemberton.

Development Cost Charges for Wastewater System, Water System, Roads, Park Land and Drainage

Single Family Lot $ 5,356.93*; Single Family Small Lot $ 4,024.68*; Townhouse Dwelling $ 3,487.54*; Apartment Dwelling $ 2,317.25*; Commercial Sq.m FA $ 24.64*

"Wastewater System, Water System, Roads, Park Land and Drainage"

s. 8.02; "ADOPTED this 15th day of October, 2013."


Answer: Pemberton, British Columbia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-08.

Boulevard Maintenance Bylaw

Summary: Regulates the maintenance of road boulevards by adjacent property owners in Pemberton.

Bylaws & Policies

Summary: Index page listing Village of Pemberton's bylaws and policies.

Council Procedure Bylaw

Summary: Establishes rules of procedure for Village of Pemberton council meetings.

Parks and Public Spaces Bylaw

Summary: Governs permitted uses and conduct in municipal parks and public spaces in Pemberton.


Answer: Pemberton, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the City of Penticton, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: no charge for guide/service Dogs; otherwise as per Fees and Charges Bylaw; leash rule: No Owner... shall allow or permit the Animal to be At Large in the City.; max animals: more than six (6) Companion Animals; Not more than three (3) Dogs; Not more than five (5) Cats; Not more than five (5) rabbits. Source: Animal Control Bylaw No. 2021-02, verified 2026-06-08.

Animal Control Bylaw No. 2021-02

Summary: Regulates the ownership, licensing, leashing, and control of animals including dogs in the City of Penticton.

no charge for guide/service Dogs; otherwise as per Fees and Charges Bylaw

No Owner... shall allow or permit the Animal to be At Large in the City.

more than six (6) Companion Animals; Not more than three (3) Dogs; Not more than five (5) Cats; Not more than five (5) rabbits

not less than two thousand dollars ($2000.00) and not more than fifty thousand dollars ($50.000.00)

Deer Feeding Prohibition Bylaw No. 2012-5004

Summary: Prohibits the deliberate feeding of deer and other designated wildlife within the City of Penticton.


Answer: The City of Penticton, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Building Bylaw No. 2021-21; City of Penticton Zoning Bylaw No 2024-22 - Schedule B (April 2026), verified 2026-06-08.

Building Bylaw No. 2021-21

Summary: Consolidated building bylaw setting permit requirements, construction standards, and inspection rules in Penticton.

City of Penticton Zoning Bylaw No 2024-22 - Schedule B (April 2026)

Summary: Current consolidated zoning bylaw establishing land use zones, permitted uses, and development standards in Penticton.


Answer: In the City of Penticton, British Columbia, licence required: True; who must license: Any person carrying on business in the City; fee: annual fee as set out in the Fees and Charges Bylaw; renewal: renewed annually, in advance of its expiry date. Source: Business Licence Bylaw No. 2026-01, verified 2026-06-08.

Business Licence Bylaw No. 2026-01

Summary: Establishes requirements and fees for business licences in the City of Penticton.

Any person carrying on business in the City

annual fee as set out in the Fees and Charges Bylaw

renewed annually, in advance of its expiry date


Answer: In the City of Penticton, British Columbia, schedule scope: Development cost charges for subdivision, building permits, residential units, and commercial/industrial/institutional floor area increases.; notable fees: Small Scale Multi-Unit $24,637/lot; Apartment $10,269/unit; Commercial $115.30/m2; refund admin fee $250.00.; effective date: October 18, 2022. Source: Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2022-38 (Consolidated Package - January 2026), verified 2026-06-08.

Development Cost Charges Bylaw No. 2022-38 (Consolidated Package - January 2026)

Summary: Consolidated development cost charges bylaw setting levies on new development to fund municipal capital infrastructure in Penticton.

Development cost charges for subdivision, building permits, residential units, and commercial/industrial/institutional floor area increases.

Small Scale Multi-Unit $24,637/lot; Apartment $10,269/unit; Commercial $115.30/m2; refund admin fee $250.00.

s. 16; "ADOPTED this 18 day of October, 2022"


Answer: Penticton, British Columbia has no property tax & assessment bylaw on record as of 2026-06-08.

2020 Tax Sale Deferral Bylaw No. 2020-32

Summary: Temporarily deferred tax sales in Penticton during 2020.

2026 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2025-30

Summary: Grants permissive property tax exemptions for eligible organizations for the 2026 tax year in Penticton.


Answer: Penticton, British Columbia has no other documents bylaw on record as of 2026-06-08.

Blasting Control Bylaw No. 2016-16

Summary: Regulates blasting operations to control noise, vibration, and safety risks in Penticton.

Bow and Arrow and Firearms Regulations Bylaw No. 2015-37

Summary: Regulates the discharge of bows, arrows, and firearms within City of Penticton boundaries.

Bylaw Enforcement Officer Bylaw No. 2023-07

Summary: Designates and authorizes bylaw enforcement officers and their powers in Penticton.

Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw No. 2012-5037 (Consolidated Package - March 2026)

Summary: Consolidated bylaw notice enforcement system establishing ticketing and penalties for bylaw contraventions in Penticton.

Bylaws

Summary: Bylaw directory index for the City of Penticton listing all municipal bylaws.

Campsite & Tourist Accommodation Bylaw No. 3636

Summary: Regulates campsite operations and tourist accommodation facilities within the City of Penticton.

Cemetery Management Bylaw

Summary: Governs the operation, administration, and use of municipal cemeteries in Penticton.

Civic Address and Street Naming Bylaw No. 2025-28

Summary: Regulates the assignment of civic addresses and naming of streets in the City of Penticton.

Controlled Substances Property Remediation Bylaw No. 2004-71

Summary: Requires remediation of properties contaminated by controlled substance production in Penticton.

Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2018-35

Summary: Establishes rules of procedure for City of Penticton council meetings and conduct.

Council Remuneration and Expense Bylaw No. 2019-27

Summary: Sets remuneration rates and expense reimbursement rules for elected council members in Penticton.


Answer: Penticton, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the City of Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, construction hours: 07:00-21:00 Monday to Saturday; 09:00-18:00 Sunday and statutory holidays (personal residence, not for profit); exemptions: Emergency vehicles, District construction/snow removal, public transit, farm equipment on agricultural land; fines: $100-$2,000 per day. Source: Noise Control Bylaw No. 2138, 2003, verified 2026-06-08.

Noise Control Bylaw No. 2138, 2003

Summary: Regulates noise levels and disturbances within Pitt Meadows, establishing prohibited noise activities and permitted hours.

07:00-21:00 Monday to Saturday; 09:00-18:00 Sunday and statutory holidays (personal residence, not for profit)

Emergency vehicles, District construction/snow removal, public transit, farm equipment on agricultural land


Answer: The City of Pitt Meadows, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Zoning Bylaw No. 2505, 2011, verified 2026-06-08.

Zoning Bylaw No. 2505, 2011

Summary: Consolidated zoning bylaw governing land use, permitted uses, density, and development standards across Pitt Meadows.


Answer: In the City of Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, billing basis: flat rate for most residential and commercial users, charged annually on the property tax notice due the first business day following July 1; large volume users and most farms charged by metered usage, billed twice yearly (January–June and July–December). Source: Waterworks Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Waterworks Bylaw

Summary: Regulates water supply, connections, use restrictions, and rates for the municipal waterworks system in Pitt Meadows.

flat rate for most residential and commercial users, charged annually on the property tax notice due the first business day following July 1; large volume users and most farms charged by metered usage, billed twice yearly (January–June and July–December)

Water consumption costs are charged to most residential and commercial users based on a flat rate; Large volume water users and most farms are charged for water based on a metered usage


Answer: In the City of Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, schedule scope: Amenity Cost Charges per dwelling unit for single-family, duplex/townhouse, apartment, and secondary/garden suite development in City of Pitt Meadows; notable fees: Single-Family Dwelling $8,100 per dwelling unit; Duplex or Townhouse $7,000 per dwelling unit; Apartment $5,000 per dwelling unit; Secondary Suite or Garden Suite $3,400 per dwelling unit. Source: Amenity Cost Charge Bylaw No. 2987, 2024, verified 2026-06-08.

Amenity Cost Charge Bylaw No. 2987, 2024

Summary: Establishes amenity cost charges payable by developers for new development to fund community amenities in Pitt Meadows.

Amenity Cost Charges per dwelling unit for single-family, duplex/townhouse, apartment, and secondary/garden suite development in City of Pitt Meadows

Single-Family Dwelling $8,100 per dwelling unit; Duplex or Townhouse $7,000 per dwelling unit; Apartment $5,000 per dwelling unit; Secondary Suite or Garden Suite $3,400 per dwelling unit

Schedule "A" — "Amenity Cost Charge Amounts"


Answer: In the City of Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, tax rate: Class 1 Residential 2.8438 (general municipal) + 0.1082 (drainage); Class 2 Utility 32.0081 + 1.2183; Class 4 Industry 13.6982 + 0.5215; Class 5 Light Industry 8.8761 + 0.3376; Class 6 Business 7.1522 + 0.2727; Class 8 Rec/Seasonal 6.9515 + 0.2640; Class 9 Farm 48.6824 + 1.8524 (dollars per $1,000 taxable value); due dates: taxes due on or before July 2, 2026; penalty interest: 5% penalty added after July 2, 2026 on unpaid current year taxes; additional 5% penalty added after August 1, 2026 on remaining unpaid taxes. Source: 2026 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw No. 3047, 2026, verified 2026-06-08.

2023 - 2027 Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 2931, 2022

Summary: Grants permissive tax exemptions to eligible properties in Pitt Meadows for the period 2023 through 2027.

2026 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw No. 3047, 2026

Summary: Sets municipal property tax rates for all property classes in Pitt Meadows for the 2026 fiscal year.

Class 1 Residential 2.8438 (general municipal) + 0.1082 (drainage); Class 2 Utility 32.0081 + 1.2183; Class 4 Industry 13.6982 + 0.5215; Class 5 Light Industry 8.8761 + 0.3376; Class 6 Business 7.1522 + 0.2727; Class 8 Rec/Seasonal 6.9515 + 0.2640; Class 9 Farm 48.6824 + 1.8524 (dollars per $1,000 taxable value)

5% penalty added after July 2, 2026 on unpaid current year taxes; additional 5% penalty added after August 1, 2026 on remaining unpaid taxes

Schedule A — Municipal and Regional District Tax Rates

The rates and taxes imposed or levied pursuant to this Bylaw are due on or before July 2, 2026

s.6(a) 5% after July 2, 2026; s.6(b) additional 5% after August 1, 2026


Answer: The City of Pitt Meadows, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: 2026 - 2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 3048, 2026; Tree Management Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

2026 - 2030 Financial Plan Bylaw No. 3048, 2026

Summary: Adopts the five-year financial plan for Pitt Meadows covering 2026 to 2030, setting out revenues and expenditures.

Tree Management Bylaw

Summary: Regulates the protection, removal, and management of trees on private and public land within Pitt Meadows.

Bylaw Services

Summary: Landing page / index for City of Pitt Meadows bylaw services listing all municipal bylaws.


Answer: Pitt Meadows, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the City of Port Alberni, British Columbia, construction hours: 7:00 AM to 10 PM; amplified sound hours: before 8:00 AM or after 11:00 PM; exemptions: emergency services, city and government personnel, public events, City Engineer permit; fines: $150 ticket; $1,000–$10,000 conviction. Source: Noise Control Bylaw No. 4718 (Consolidated with 4804), verified 2026-06-08.

Noise Control Bylaw No. 4718 (Consolidated with 4804)

Summary: Regulates and prohibits noises or sounds that disturb the quiet, rest, and convenience of residents within Port Alberni.

emergency services, city and government personnel, public events, City Engineer permit


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Animal Control and Pound Bylaw No. 5126 (Consolidated with 5126-1), verified 2026-06-08.

Animal Control and Pound Bylaw No. 5126 (Consolidated with 5126-1)

Summary: Regulates animal licensing, control, and pound operations within the City of Port Alberni, adopted 2025.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Wood Burning Appliance Emissions Bylaw No. 4802, verified 2026-06-08.

Wood Burning Appliance Emissions Bylaw No. 4802

Summary: Regulates solid fuel-burning and wood-burning appliances to control emissions within the City of Port Alberni.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Zoning Bylaw No. 5105, 2024, verified 2026-06-08.

Zoning Bylaw No. 5105, 2024

Summary: Comprehensive zoning bylaw regulating land use, development, short-term rentals (B&B/guest house), and cannabis retail locations, adopted June 10, 2024.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Nuisance Abatement Bylaw No. 4705 (Consolidated), verified 2026-06-08.

Nuisance Abatement Bylaw No. 4705 (Consolidated)

Summary: Prohibits and abates nuisances including unsightly premises and property neglect within the City of Port Alberni.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Fireworks Regulation Bylaw No. 4819, verified 2026-06-08.

Fireworks Regulation Bylaw No. 4819

Summary: Regulates the sale, possession, and discharge of fireworks within the City of Port Alberni.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Sewer Connection and Regulation Bylaw No. 5132, 2025; Waterworks Bylaw No. 5131, 2025, verified 2026-06-08.

Sewer Connection and Regulation Bylaw No. 5132, 2025

Summary: Regulates sewer connections and use within the City of Port Alberni, adopted 2025.

Waterworks Bylaw No. 5131, 2025

Summary: Regulates the waterworks system, water supply, and connections within the City of Port Alberni, adopted 2025.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Bylaw No. 5120 (Consolidated), verified 2026-06-08.

Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Bylaw No. 5120 (Consolidated)

Summary: Regulates solid waste collection and disposal within the City of Port Alberni, adopted 2025.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Business Licence Regulation Bylaw No. 4951 (Consolidated), verified 2026-06-08.

Business Licence Regulation Bylaw No. 4951 (Consolidated)

Summary: Regulates business licensing for trades, businesses, and occupations within the City of Port Alberni.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5125 (Consolidated), verified 2026-06-08.

Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 5125 (Consolidated)

Summary: Establishes fees and charges for municipal services within the City of Port Alberni, adopted 2025.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Tax Rates Bylaw No. 5139, 2026, verified 2026-06-08.

Tax Rates Bylaw No. 5139, 2026

Summary: Sets municipal property tax rates for the City of Port Alberni for 2026.


Answer: The City of Port Alberni, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Traffic Regulation Bylaw No. 4670 (Consolidated with 4839), verified 2026-06-08.

Traffic Regulation Bylaw No. 4670 (Consolidated with 4839)

Summary: Regulates traffic, highways, and parking within the City of Port Alberni.


Answer: Port Alberni, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the Village of Port Alice, British Columbia, construction hours: weekdays including Saturdays between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.; exemptions: Village vehicles/workers on public business; church bells; work with Municipal Clerk permit; fines: minimum $300.00 up to maximum provided in the Offence Act. Source: 241 Anti-Noise Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

241 Anti-Noise Bylaw

Summary: Prohibits excessive noise and disturbances within Port Alice, regulating noise from various sources.

weekdays including Saturdays between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Village vehicles/workers on public business; church bells; work with Municipal Clerk permit

minimum $300.00 up to maximum provided in the Offence Act


Answer: In the Village of Port Alice, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: no person shall permit dog to be At Large; dogs not under immediate charge and control must be on leash/chain; max animals: keeping more than three dogs (all over 4 months) requires kennel licence. Source: 599 Dog Control Bylaw 2013, verified 2026-06-08.

599 Dog Control Bylaw 2013

Summary: Regulates dog ownership, licensing, leash requirements, and impoundment procedures in Port Alice.

no person shall permit dog to be At Large; dogs not under immediate charge and control must be on leash/chain

keeping more than three dogs (all over 4 months) requires kennel licence


Answer: The Village of Port Alice, British Columbia has 3 adopted bylaws on file: 560 Bylaw for the Administration and Enforcement of the Building Code; 569 Bylaw to Establish Development Approval Information Requirements and Procedures; 688 Port Alice Zoning Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

560 Bylaw for the Administration and Enforcement of the Building Code

Summary: Establishes the administration and enforcement procedures for the BC Building Code within Port Alice.

569 Bylaw to Establish Development Approval Information Requirements and Procedures

Summary: Sets out information requirements and procedures for development approvals in Port Alice.

688 Port Alice Zoning Bylaw

Summary: Primary zoning bylaw for Port Alice governing land use, permitted zones, and development regulations across the village.


Answer: In the Village of Port Alice, British Columbia, winter parking ban: no parking on any paved parking space of a highway where snow removal is required; no person shall park any vehicle having a gross weight exceeding 5,500 kilograms or a length in excess of 7.5 metres on a local highway within a residential area for a period longer than two (2) hours; fines: minimum $100.00. Source: 667 Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

667 Parking and Traffic Control Bylaw

Summary: Regulates parking, traffic control, and related offences on municipal streets and public property in Port Alice.

no parking on any paved parking space of a highway where snow removal is required; no person shall park any vehicle having a gross weight exceeding 5,500 kilograms or a length in excess of 7.5 metres on a local highway within a residential area for a period longer than two (2) hours


Answer: In the Village of Port Alice, British Columbia, standards: no owner shall allow property to become/remain untidy or unsightly by accumulation of filth, discarded material, rubbish; no rubbish/broken glass in open places; demolition debris must be removed immediately; fences in disrepair must be repaired/removed; graffiti/unauthorized postings prohibited; enforcement: Village sends notice; 30-day compliance period; second notice with 7-day deadline; if default, Director of Operations reports to Council; Village may enter and effect removal at owner's expense; charges added to taxes in arrears. Source: 575 Bylaw to Prohibit the Accumulation of Noxious, Offensive or Unwholesome Matter on Premises or Open Spaces, verified 2026-06-08.

575 Bylaw to Prohibit the Accumulation of Noxious, Offensive or Unwholesome Matter on Premises or Open Spaces

Summary: Prohibits the accumulation of noxious, offensive, or unwholesome matter on premises or open spaces in Port Alice.

no owner shall allow property to become/remain untidy or unsightly by accumulation of filth, discarded material, rubbish; no rubbish/broken glass in open places; demolition debris must be removed immediately; fences in disrepair must be repaired/removed; graffiti/unauthorized postings prohibited

Village sends notice; 30-day compliance period; second notice with 7-day deadline; if default, Director of Operations reports to Council; Village may enter and effect removal at owner's expense; charges added to taxes in arrears


Answer: The Village of Port Alice, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: 653 Water Restrictions Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

653 Water Restrictions Bylaw

Summary: Establishes water use restrictions and conservation measures for the Port Alice municipal water system.


Answer: In the Village of Port Alice, British Columbia, licence required: True; who must license: All business owners/operators in the Village; exemptions for non-profits, service clubs, student fundraisers, and certain non-resident sellers.; fee: Commercial/Industrial: $50 (≤3 employees), $80 (4–10), $100 (11–25), $200 (26–50), $400 (>50); Rental Units: $50 (≤10 units), $100 (11–20), $200 (21–30), $400 (>30); Home Occupation: $50/business; Miscellaneous: $50/business ($20 for instructors <10 hrs/week); Mobile Business: $50/day or $300/year; Non-Resident (North Island): $20/day or $80/year; Non-Resident (other): $30/day or $100/year; Transfer fee: $15; renewal: Annual, expires December 31; renewal notices issued in January, payable in full no later than end of February. Source: 496 Business License Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

496 Business License Bylaw

Summary: Requires and regulates business licences for commercial operations within the Village of Port Alice.

All business owners/operators in the Village; exemptions for non-profits, service clubs, student fundraisers, and certain non-resident sellers.

Commercial/Industrial: $50 (≤3 employees), $80 (4–10), $100 (11–25), $200 (26–50), $400 (>50); Rental Units: $50 (≤10 units), $100 (11–20), $200 (21–30), $400 (>30); Home Occupation: $50/business; Miscellaneous: $50/business ($20 for instructors <10 hrs/week); Mobile Business: $50/day or $300/year; Non-Resident (North Island): $20/day or $80/year; Non-Resident (other): $30/day or $100/year; Transfer fee: $15

Annual, expires December 31; renewal notices issued in January, payable in full no later than end of February

s. 1(a): "no owner or operator of a business...shall carry on that business without first obtaining...a valid and subsisting license"

Schedule "A"; s. 5(f): "A fee of Fifteen Dollars ($15.00) is payable...for each license transfer"

s. 4: "issued for the current calendar year expiring on the 31st day of December...payable in full no later than the end of February"


Answer: In the Village of Port Alice, British Columbia, schedule scope: water rates, sewer rates, storm sewer rates, garbage collection rates, statutory rates, business licence rates, recreation facilities rates, building permits, cemetery rates, burning permits, animal control rates, zoning/OCP amendment rates, subdivision application rates, marina rates; notable fees: dog licence spayed/neutered $15.00/year; unaltered $30.00/year; kennel licence $200.00 plus $2.50/dog; garbage residential $15.00/month; commercial/industrial business licence $50.00-$400.00; burning permit Class A $30.00/issue, Class B $5.00/month; water residential flat rate $9.00/month; sewer residential flat rate $21.25/month; effective date: January 1, 2025; adopted January 8, 2025. Source: 695 Fees and Charges Bylaw for 2025, verified 2026-06-08.

695 Fees and Charges Bylaw for 2025

Summary: Establishes fees and charges for municipal services and permits in Port Alice for the 2025 year.

water rates, sewer rates, storm sewer rates, garbage collection rates, statutory rates, business licence rates, recreation facilities rates, building permits, cemetery rates, burning permits, animal control rates, zoning/OCP amendment rates, subdivision application rates, marina rates

dog licence spayed/neutered $15.00/year; unaltered $30.00/year; kennel licence $200.00 plus $2.50/dog; garbage residential $15.00/month; commercial/industrial business licence $50.00-$400.00; burning permit Class A $30.00/issue, Class B $5.00/month; water residential flat rate $9.00/month; sewer residential flat rate $21.25/month

January 1, 2025; adopted January 8, 2025

Schedule K, Schedule D, Schedule F, Schedule J, Schedule A, Schedule B


Answer: In the Village of Port Alice, British Columbia, tax rate: Residential municipal 5.01643; Library 0.24313; Total Residential 5.25956; Utilities 23.66801; Major Industrial 0.00000; Light Industrial 31.55734; Business 9.46720; Recreation 5.25956 (per $1,000 assessed value, plus regional district and hospital district levies). Source: 697 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw 2025, verified 2026-06-08.

668 2022 Tax Exemption Bylaw

Summary: Grants permissive tax exemptions to eligible properties in the Village of Port Alice for 2022.

697 Annual Tax Rates Bylaw 2025

Summary: Sets annual property tax rates for all property classes in the Village of Port Alice for 2025.

Residential municipal 5.01643; Library 0.24313; Total Residential 5.25956; Utilities 23.66801; Major Industrial 0.00000; Light Industrial 31.55734; Business 9.46720; Recreation 5.25956 (per $1,000 assessed value, plus regional district and hospital district levies)


Answer: The Village of Port Alice, British Columbia has 3 adopted bylaws on file: 561 Tree Protection Bylaw; 643 Marina Bylaw; 645 Boulevard Maintenance Bylaw 2017, verified 2026-06-08.

561 Tree Protection Bylaw

Summary: Regulates the protection and removal of trees within the Village of Port Alice.

643 Marina Bylaw

Summary: Regulates use, operations, and management of the Port Alice municipal marina.

645 Boulevard Maintenance Bylaw 2017

Summary: Sets requirements for property owners regarding maintenance of boulevard areas adjacent to their properties in Port Alice.

View All

Summary: Full bylaws index listing all adopted bylaws for the Village of Port Alice.


Answer: Port Alice, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: Port Clements, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, quiet hours: 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; construction hours: Mon–Fri (excl. holidays) 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Saturdays (excl. holidays) 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sundays/Holidays 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. (private residence, not for profit); exemptions: Emergency vehicles, public events/parades, City/MoTH works, school events, dogs in off-leash parks, permitted fireworks; fines: $5,000–$50,000. Source: Noise Regulation Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Noise Regulation Bylaw

Summary: Regulates noise levels and prohibited noise activities within Port Coquitlam.

Mon–Fri (excl. holidays) 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Saturdays (excl. holidays) 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sundays/Holidays 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. (private residence, not for profit)

Emergency vehicles, public events/parades, City/MoTH works, school events, dogs in off-leash parks, permitted fireworks

s. 4.3 "between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. the following day"

s. 8.1 "fine not less than $5,000 and a maximum of $50,000"


Answer: In the City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: Every Owner of a Dog shall prevent the Dog from being or running At Large.; max animals: more than (3) three Dogs in or at an individual Dwelling Unit; fines: not more than $10,000 and not less than $200. Source: Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Animal Control Bylaw

Summary: Regulates keeping, licensing, and control of animals within Port Coquitlam.

Every Owner of a Dog shall prevent the Dog from being or running At Large.

more than (3) three Dogs in or at an individual Dwelling Unit

not more than $10,000 and not less than $200


Answer: The City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia has 3 adopted bylaws on file: Board of Variance Bylaw; Building & Plumbing Bylaw; Development Procedures Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Board of Variance Bylaw

Summary: Establishes the Board of Variance to hear applications for minor variances from zoning and building regulations.

Building & Plumbing Bylaw

Summary: Governs building construction, demolition, and plumbing installation standards within the city.

Development Procedures Bylaw

Summary: Sets out procedures for development permit applications and related land use approvals.


Answer: In the City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, standards: Prohibited: discarded materials/rubbish/derelict vehicles, overgrown grass (>15 cm), dilapidated structures, noxious weeds, graffiti, stagnant water, unsightly accumulations on property.; enforcement: Bylaw Enforcement Officer issues compliance order; city may enter and remediate at owner's cost; unpaid costs recoverable as debt or property taxes in arrears.. Source: Property Standards and Nuisance Abatement Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Property Standards and Nuisance Abatement Bylaw

Summary: Sets minimum property maintenance standards and provides for abatement of nuisances and unsightly premises.

Prohibited: discarded materials/rubbish/derelict vehicles, overgrown grass (>15 cm), dilapidated structures, noxious weeds, graffiti, stagnant water, unsightly accumulations on property.

Bylaw Enforcement Officer issues compliance order; city may enter and remediate at owner's cost; unpaid costs recoverable as debt or property taxes in arrears.


Answer: In the City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, licence required: True; who must license: Every person who owns or operates any business within the City; fee: applicable licence fee prescribed in Schedule A; maximum $3,000.00; reduced by one-half if issued after July 31st; renewal: annual licences for a period commencing each January 1st and expiring each December 31st. Source: Business Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Business Bylaw

Summary: Requires business licences and regulates the operation of businesses in Port Coquitlam.

Every person who owns or operates any business within the City

applicable licence fee prescribed in Schedule A; maximum $3,000.00; reduced by one-half if issued after July 31st

annual licences for a period commencing each January 1st and expiring each December 31st


Answer: In the City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, schedule scope: Subdivisions and building permits for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional developments covering transportation, water, drainage, sanitary sewer, and parkland.; notable fees: Single Family $9,119 transportation; Multi Family $3,216 transportation; Commercial $73.43/sq m transportation; Heavy Industrial $43,145.63/hectare transportation.. Source: Development Cost Charge (DCC) Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Development Cost Charge (DCC) Bylaw

Summary: Establishes development cost charges payable by developers to fund infrastructure required by new development.

Subdivisions and building permits for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional developments covering transportation, water, drainage, sanitary sewer, and parkland.

Single Family $9,119 transportation; Multi Family $3,216 transportation; Commercial $73.43/sq m transportation; Heavy Industrial $43,145.63/hectare transportation.


Answer: In the City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, tax rate: Schedule 1: Tax Rates (dollars of tax per $1,000 taxable value) Columns A, B, C vary by Property Class; due dates: July 2, 2026; penalty interest: 5% penalty after July 2, 2026; additional 5% penalty after Sept 15, 2026. Source: Annual Tax Rates Bylaw 2026, verified 2026-06-08.

Annual Tax Rates Bylaw 2026

Summary: Sets municipal tax rates for the 2026 tax year.

Schedule 1: Tax Rates (dollars of tax per $1,000 taxable value) Columns A, B, C vary by Property Class

5% penalty after July 2, 2026; additional 5% penalty after Sept 15, 2026


Answer: The City of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia has 9 adopted bylaws on file: Boulevard Maintenance Bylaw; Business Improvement Association Bylaw; Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw; Cemetery Bylaw; Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw; Controlled Substance Nuisance Bylaw; Council and Committee Procedures Bylaw; Delegation of Authority Bylaw; Tree Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Boulevard Maintenance Bylaw

Summary: Regulates maintenance and use of boulevard areas adjacent to private property.

Business Improvement Association Bylaw

Summary: Establishes a Business Improvement Association and its levy area within the city.

Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw

Summary: Establishes a bylaw notice enforcement system allowing ticketing of bylaw contraventions.

Cemetery Bylaw

Summary: Governs the operation and use of municipal cemeteries in Port Coquitlam.

Consumption of Liquor in Public Places Bylaw

Summary: Designates areas where consumption of liquor in public places is permitted or prohibited.

Controlled Substance Nuisance Bylaw

Summary: Addresses properties used for controlled substance activities creating a nuisance to the neighbourhood.

Council and Committee Procedures Bylaw

Summary: Establishes rules of procedure for city council and committee meetings.

Delegation of Authority Bylaw

Summary: Delegates certain council powers and duties to municipal officers and staff.

Tree Bylaw

Summary: Regulates the removal, protection, and replacement of trees on private and public property.

Bylaws

Summary: Index page listing all Port Coquitlam municipal bylaws.


Answer: Port Coquitlam, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, construction hours: 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. of the same day; exemptions: Emergency equipment, utility maintenance, emergency repairs, snow removal, public transit, aviation activities, permitted activities.; fines: not less than $100 or more than $10,000 for a first offence, not less than $300 or more than $10,000 for second and subsequent offences. Source: Noise Control Bylaw No. 520, verified 2026-06-08.

Noise Control Bylaw No. 520

Summary: Regulates noise within the District of Port Edward under Community Charter authority.

Emergency equipment, utility maintenance, emergency repairs, snow removal, public transit, aviation activities, permitted activities.

not less than $100 or more than $10,000 for a first offence, not less than $300 or more than $10,000 for second and subsequent offences

s. 3(1)(viii) "Construction or industrial work between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m."

s. 6 "not less than $100 or more than $10,000 for a first offence"


Answer: In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, licence required: True; licence fee: $10 neutered male or spayed female (vet certificate required); $20 unneutered male; $50 unspayed female; $50 kennel licence; $5 duplicate; $0 guide dog/RCMP patrol dog; leash rule: No owner shall permit or cause an animal to be at large or on a highway in the Municipality.; max animals: No person shall keep three or more dogs on any one parcel without a kennel licence.. Source: Animal Control & Licensing Bylaw No. 519, 2011, verified 2026-06-08.

Animal Control & Licensing Bylaw No. 519, 2011

Summary: Regulates keeping, licensing, and control of animals within the District of Port Edward; adopted October 25, 2011.

$10 neutered male or spayed female (vet certificate required); $20 unneutered male; $50 unspayed female; $50 kennel licence; $5 duplicate; $0 guide dog/RCMP patrol dog

No owner shall permit or cause an animal to be at large or on a highway in the Municipality.

No person shall keep three or more dogs on any one parcel without a kennel licence.

not less than $50 and not more than $10,000


Answer: In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, permit required: True; permit issuer: Authorized Person (Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, RCMP Officer, or Public Works Superintendent); allowed conditions: Garden refuse burning allowed 9am–7pm or before dusk, on originating property, no permit required. Cooking fires exempt anytime.; fines: fine not exceeding $1,000.00. Source: Open Air Burning Bylaw No. 534, verified 2026-06-08.

Open Air Burning Bylaw No. 534

Summary: Regulates open air burning within the District of Port Edward.

Authorized Person (Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, RCMP Officer, or Public Works Superintendent)

Garden refuse burning allowed 9am–7pm or before dusk, on originating property, no permit required. Cooking fires exempt anytime.


Answer: The District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Consolidated Zoning Bylaw No. 713 (2023 consolidation), verified 2026-06-08.

Consolidated Zoning Bylaw No. 713 (2023 consolidation)

Summary: Comprehensive zoning bylaw dividing the District of Port Edward into land-use zones with permitted uses and development rules; 2023 consolidated version.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, standards: No accumulation of noxious/offensive materials, rubbish, water; no unsightly property, graffiti, derelict vehicles, noxious weeds, or insect infestations; enforcement: Notice to Comply; if non-compliant within 14 days, District enters and remedies at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes; fines up to $2,000 or $100 municipal ticket. Source: Property Maintenance and Standards Bylaw No. 706, 2020, verified 2026-06-08.

Property Maintenance and Standards Bylaw No. 706, 2020

Summary: Prescribes property maintenance and standards to prevent nuisances and unsightly premises in the District of Port Edward.

No accumulation of noxious/offensive materials, rubbish, water; no unsightly property, graffiti, derelict vehicles, noxious weeds, or insect infestations

Notice to Comply; if non-compliant within 14 days, District enters and remedies at owner's expense; unpaid costs added to property taxes; fines up to $2,000 or $100 municipal ticket


Answer: In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, sale or use restricted: sale, possession, discharge; permit available: Yes; written authorization by Council resolution signed by the Fire Chief (for public places). Source: Fireworks Bylaw No. 723, verified 2026-06-08.

Fireworks Bylaw No. 723

Summary: Regulates the sale and discharge of fireworks within the District of Port Edward.

Yes; written authorization by Council resolution signed by the Fire Chief (for public places)

s. 5.4 "authorized in writing by Council resolution and signed by the Fire Chief"


Answer: In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, billing basis: flat; billing basis: flat. Source: Sewer Rate Amendment Bylaw No. 749; Water Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 747, verified 2026-06-08.

Sewer Rate Amendment Bylaw No. 749

Summary: Amends sewer utility rates for the District of Port Edward.

Water Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 747

Summary: Amends water utility rates for the District of Port Edward.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, container or bag limit: Limit of two (2) refuse containers per household/dwelling/apartment; commercial premises maximum 4 containers; accepted or banned: Hazardous waste banned from collection; construction/demolition refuse, industrial waste, bulky waste excluded; fee: Residential: $82.50/quarter per unit; Commercial: $330.00/quarter (max 4 containers) or $855.00/quarter for municipal large container; 10% discount for annual prepayment by March 31. Source: Refuse Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 718, verified 2026-06-08.

Refuse Rates Amendment Bylaw No. 718

Summary: Sets refuse (garbage) collection rates for the District of Port Edward.

Limit of two (2) refuse containers per household/dwelling/apartment; commercial premises maximum 4 containers

Hazardous waste banned from collection; construction/demolition refuse, industrial waste, bulky waste excluded

Residential: $82.50/quarter per unit; Commercial: $330.00/quarter (max 4 containers) or $855.00/quarter for municipal large container; 10% discount for annual prepayment by March 31


Answer: In the District Municipality of Port Edward, British Columbia, licence required: True; who must license: All businesses operating within the District; separate licence per business per premises required; fee: Industrial Operation (General Commercial & Industrial): $150; All Other Businesses: $100; Non-Profit Society: $0; Licence transfer: $10.00; renewal: Annual; licence period commences May 1 and terminates April 30 each year. Source: Business Licence Bylaw No. 753, 2023, verified 2026-06-08.

Business Licence Bylaw No. 753, 2023

Summary: Requires and regulates business licences for all businesses operating within the District of Port Edward; adopted December 12, 2023.

All businesses operating within the District; separate licence per business per premises required

Industrial Operation (General Commercial & Industrial): $150; All Other Businesses: $100; Non-Profit Society: $0; Licence transfer: $10.00

Annual; licence period commences May 1 and terminates April 30 each year


Answer: Port Edward, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the District Municipality of Port Hardy, British Columbia, sale or use restricted: sale, possession, discharge of prohibited fireworks and firecrackers; possession, discharge of consumer, display, pyrotechnic special effects fireworks; permit available: issued by the District of Port Hardy. Source: Bylaw 05-2010 Fireworks Regulations CONSOLIDATED, verified 2026-06-08.

Bylaw 05-2010 Fireworks Regulations CONSOLIDATED

Summary: Consolidated bylaw regulating the sale, possession, and discharge of fireworks within Port Hardy.

sale, possession, discharge of prohibited fireworks and firecrackers; possession, discharge of consumer, display, pyrotechnic special effects fireworks


Answer: The District Municipality of Port Hardy, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Tree Protection Bylaw, verified 2026-06-08.

Tree Protection Bylaw

Summary: Regulates removal and protection of trees within Port Hardy.

Bylaw Enforcement

Summary: Port Hardy bylaws listing page providing access to municipal bylaws.


Answer: Port Hardy, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: In the Town of Port McNeill, British Columbia, licence required: True; leash rule: All dogs shall be leashed off the property where kept, except in designated dog park areas.; max animals: no more than six (6) adult animals including a maximum of three (3) adult dogs. Source: Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 722, 2023, verified 2026-06-08.

Animal Responsibility Bylaw No. 722, 2023

Summary: Regulates the keeping, licensing, and responsibility for animals including dogs and cats within the Town of Port McNeill; replaces earlier bylaw.

All dogs shall be leashed off the property where kept, except in designated dog park areas.

no more than six (6) adult animals including a maximum of three (3) adult dogs

"Every dog or cat which is owned, possessed, or harboured"

"more than six (6) adult animals including a maximum of three (3) adult dogs"


Answer: The Town of Port McNeill, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Zoning Bylaw No. 705, 2021, verified 2026-06-08.

Zoning Bylaw No. 705, 2021

Summary: Comprehensive zoning bylaw for the Town of Port McNeill dividing land into zones with permitted uses and development regulations; adopted 2021.


Answer: The Town of Port McNeill, British Columbia has 2 adopted bylaws on file: Sewer Regulation Bylaw No. 714, 2023; Water Use Restrictions Bylaw No. 530, 2002, verified 2026-06-08.

Sewer Regulation Bylaw No. 714, 2023

Summary: Regulates sanitary sewer connections and use within the Town of Port McNeill; adopted 2023.

Water Use Restrictions Bylaw No. 530, 2002

Summary: Regulates water use and restrictions within the Town of Port McNeill water system.


Answer: In the Town of Port McNeill, British Columbia, collection schedule: Designated collection days (days set by Garbage Collection Contractor and approved by Town); receptacles accessible by 7:00 a.m. on collection days; container or bag limit: Maximum two regulation garbage receptacles per occupier/dwelling unit; additional bags require prepaid Tag-a-Bag tags; accepted or banned: Prohibited: explosive, corrosive or prohibited materials; animal carcasses/hides; no liquids or free water in receptacles; no grass/garden refuse or building/renovation waste; fee: User fees set in Fee Setting Bylaw No. 684, 2018; 10% penalty if unpaid by October 31. Source: Garbage and Recycling Bylaw No. 714, 2022, verified 2026-06-08.

Garbage and Recycling Bylaw No. 714, 2022

Summary: Regulates solid waste collection, garbage set-out, and recycling requirements within the Town of Port McNeill.

Designated collection days (days set by Garbage Collection Contractor and approved by Town); receptacles accessible by 7:00 a.m. on collection days

Maximum two regulation garbage receptacles per occupier/dwelling unit; additional bags require prepaid Tag-a-Bag tags

Prohibited: explosive, corrosive or prohibited materials; animal carcasses/hides; no liquids or free water in receptacles; no grass/garden refuse or building/renovation waste

User fees set in Fee Setting Bylaw No. 684, 2018; 10% penalty if unpaid by October 31


Answer: The Town of Port McNeill, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Business Licence Bylaw No. 699, 2020, verified 2026-06-08.

Business Licence Bylaw No. 699, 2020

Summary: Requires all businesses operating within the Town of Port McNeill to hold a valid business licence; adopted late 2020.


Answer: Port McNeill, British Columbia has no ai use policy on record as of 2026-05-24.


Answer: The City of Port Moody, British Columbia has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Sound Level Bylaw, 1980, No. 1399-C, verified 2026-06-08.

Sound Level Bylaw, 1980, No. 1399-C

Summary: Regulates sound levels in the City of Port Moody to encourage respect for neighbours; original 1980 bylaw, consolidated.