Common Bylaw Violations

The following are the most common bylaws that require enforcement:

The Animal Bylaw (PDF) regulates the keeping of certain animals.
- Bylaw #2498 is an update to the Fee for Service Bylaw that outlines the Dog Impoundment Fees.
- Bylaw #2760 is an amended Ticket Information Utilization for No Dog Licence and Failure to remove excrement.
  - See our Dog Licence section for more information on licensing and Dog Control Services.
The Noise Bylaw (PDF) regulates noise.
- Common violations include:
  - Construction noise
  - Sound Amplification on private premises or public places
  - Animal noise
The Sign Bylaw (PDF) regulates the number, size, type, form appearance and location of signs.
- Common violations include:
  - Signs on City Property
  - Signs without a permit
The Snow Removal Bylaw (PDF) requires the owner or occupier of a property to remove snow, ice or rubbish from the sidewalks, footpaths and boulevards bordering on the property located in the downtown.
The Traffic Bylaw (PDF) regulates the traffic, parking and use of streets.
- Common violations include:
  - Parking in prohibited areas
The Property Maintenance Bylaw (PDF) regulates property maintenance and unsightly conditions.
- Common violations include:
  - Unsightly premises
  - Vision clearances
The Zoning Bylaw (PDF) regulates the development and use of land, as well as the location and use of buildings and other structures.
- Common violations include:
  - Non-permitted uses
  - Illegal suites
- Other bylaws may be found on the bylaw page.